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MLE 395L

1972 Triumph Stag Auto

Brown Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

61,698 mi
Last recorded61,698 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag Auto51,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLE 395L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 61,698 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 61,231 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 60,612 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 59,750 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 59,643 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 59,589 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 59,589 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 59,352 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 59,151 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 58,875 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 58,875 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 58,810 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear tyres starting to perish/crack

Pass 1 Apr 2016 58,612 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2016 58,612 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 58,393 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 58,263 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 58,110 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 57,874 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 10 Mar 2012 57,874 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 57,734 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 57,551 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 22 Mar 2010 57,551 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 17 Mar 2009 57,271 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 57,271 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 56,936 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 56,801 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 56,801 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MLE 395L is a 1972 Triumph Stag Auto in Brown with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 51,762 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 MLE 395L, 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 54 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MLE 395L registered?

MLE 395L is a 1972 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 7 August 1972.

Is MLE 395L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLE 395L shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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