CarVerify

Free Car Check

HVA 160K

1972 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

76,836 mi
Last recorded76,836 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVA 160K
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 76,836 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 74,902 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 74,191 miles

Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wing to floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wing to floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 73,640 miles

n/s inner main beam not working

Fail 11 Sep 2014 73,640 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

n/s inner main beam not working

Pass 9 Sep 2013 72,912 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 72,909 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 72,320 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 71,736 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 71,736 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 70,667 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking

Fail 2 Sep 2010 70,667 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

n/s/f tyre cracking

Pass 12 Sep 2009 68,497 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 68,497 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

rear exhaust mountings perished

Pass 1 Sep 2008 67,519 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 67,519 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 66,314 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 66,314 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 65,749 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Stag?

Based on 64,590 MOT tests across 6,070 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
417
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
6,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,039
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,744
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,507
Stop lamp not working 1,283
brake binding 1,269
Full Triumph Stag reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HVA 160K is a 1972 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 52,504 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Stag fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,039 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVA 160K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Stag typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HVA 160K?

You can check the full history of HVA 160K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HVA 160K registered?

HVA 160K is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 7 April 1972.

Is HVA 160K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVA 160K shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HVA 160K have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HVA 160K. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.