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JVG 798M

1973 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,727 mi
Last recorded89,727 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag Auto60,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVG 798M
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 89,727 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 89,248 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 89,241 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 88,327 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 87,522 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 86,185 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 86,185 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Sep 2016 84,841 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 84,808 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 84,322 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 84,322 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Triumph Stag Auto?

Based on 21,225 MOT tests across 2,079 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,079
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 740
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 550
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 491
brake binding 442
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 440
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JVG 798M is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 60,660 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 740 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JVG 798M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Stag Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JVG 798M registered?

JVG 798M is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 20 November 1973.

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The MOT history for JVG 798M shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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