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MCW 237J

1971 Triumph Stag

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,907 mi
Last recorded12,907 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCW 237J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 12,907 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 11,779 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 11,292 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 10,283 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 9,591 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 9,591 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 8,295 miles

slight fluctuation on both front brakes.

Pass 11 Jul 2011 6,686 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

diff leaking oil

Pass 3 Aug 2010 5,851 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 4,007 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 2,731 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 1,548 miles

slight play/wear in steering rack

Fail 3 Aug 2007 1,545 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 4 Aug 2006 1,472 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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MCW 237J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 56,944 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 MCW 237J, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MCW 237J registered?

MCW 237J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is MCW 237J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCW 237J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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