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MJD 953P

1976 Triumph Stag

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,325 mi
Last recorded43,325 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1976 Triumph Stag57,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJD 953P
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 43,325 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 41,412 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2022 41,412 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 40,881 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 40,694 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 40,034 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 38,346 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Aug 2017 38,206 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 37,170 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 35,197 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 33,818 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 33,123 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 33,123 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 31,631 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 31,275 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 30,930 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 30,585 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 30,539 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both centre exhaust pipes corroded, holed and blowing

offside front drop arm slight play

slight interference in both rear sidelights with indicators

Pass 5 Nov 2007 28,010 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 5 Nov 2007
Pass 2 Nov 2006 27,761 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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MJD 953P is a 1976 Triumph Stag in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,333 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 MJD 953P, 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 50 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 MJD 953P registered?

MJD 953P is a 1976 Triumph Stag, first registered on 23 March 1976.

Is MJD 953P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJD 953P shows 21 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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