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LBH 979L

1972 Triumph Stag

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,757 mi
Last recorded14,757 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBH 979L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2017 14,757 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2017 14,757 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 May 2016 14,690 miles

Body has slight corrosion underseal used on under body chassis and sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 14,680 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 14,659 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 14,659 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 May 2013 14,563 miles

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

corrosion to underside of vehicle and offside rear inner arch.

movement in upper steering column.

nearside front lower balljoint dust-cover split.

Pass 8 May 2012 14,464 miles

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

dust cover on nearside lower balljoint perished.

Pass 13 May 2011 14,407 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 14,264 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 14,264 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 14 May 2009 14,060 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 13,450 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 13,107 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 12,398 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
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LBH 979L is a 1972 Triumph Stag in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LBH 979L, 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 LBH 979L?

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What year was LBH 979L registered?

LBH 979L is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is LBH 979L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBH 979L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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