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LWP 42K

1972 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,527 mi
Last recorded50,527 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWP 42K
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 50,527 miles

Engine oil leak (Not Excessive)

Nearside front lower ball joint dust cover deteriorating

Rear differential oil leak (Not Excessive

Slight play in both sides front wheel bearings

Underbody corroding & various welded repairs undersealed

Pass 30 May 2024 50,472 miles

Chip to windscreen

Engine oil leak (Not Excessive)

Nearside front lower ball joint dust cover deteriorating

Power steering pipes damp

Rear differential oil leak (Not Excessive)

Slight play in both sides front wheel bearings

Underbody corroding & various welded repairs undersealed

Pass 31 May 2023 49,454 miles

All steering & suspension bushes perishing

Chip to windscreen

Engine oil leak (Not Excessive)

Power steering pipes damp

Rear differential oil leak (Not Excessive)

Slight play in both sides front wheel bearings

Underbody corroding & various welded repairs undersealed

Pass 14 May 2021 48,890 miles

All steering & suspension bushes perishing

Engine oil leak

Power steering pipes damp

Rear differential oil leak

Rear metal brake pipe corroding

Slight play in steering colum

Underbody corroding & various welded repairs undersealed

Pass 19 Sep 2018 48,414 miles

All steering & suspension shows general age related wear

Engine oil leak

Power steering pipes damp

Rear differential leaking

Rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Slight play in upper steering colum

Underbody corroding in places with various welded repairs carried out all covered with sealer

Fail 19 Sep 2018 48,414 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

All steering & suspension shows general age related wear

Engine oil leak

Power steering pipes damp

Rear differential leaking

Rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Slight play in upper steering colum

Underbody corroding in places with various welded repairs carried out all covered with sealer

Pass 15 Sep 2016 48,197 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 48,021 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 47,958 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 47,831 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 47,755 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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LWP 42K is a 1972 Triumph Stag in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LWP 42K, 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 LWP 42K?

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What year was LWP 42K registered?

LWP 42K is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is LWP 42K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWP 42K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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