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MPV 690P

1976 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,724 mi
Last recorded49,724 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1976 Triumph Stag57,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPV 690P
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 49,724 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 49,194 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 49,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 48,232 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 48,228 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 47,938 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 47,847 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 47,651 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 46,377 miles

Offside front lower ball joint and track rod end gaiters deteriated

Fail 7 Jun 2018 46,377 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside front lower ball joint and track rod end gaiters deteriated

Pass 22 Jun 2017 46,256 miles

steering rack worn at both ends and slight moisture from PAS fluid

Fail 14 Jun 2017 46,243 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

steering rack worn at both ends and slight moisture from PAS fluid

Pass 6 Jun 2016 45,996 miles

nsf headlight pattern deteriated

osf lower suspension arm rear bushes worn

rear exhaust hangers deteriated

some fluctuation shown on rear service brakes on rollers

wear in both steering rack ends

Pass 17 Jun 2015 45,782 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 45,712 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight brake bind on osr

Fail 16 Jul 2014 45,711 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight brake bind on osr

Pass 8 Aug 2013 45,606 miles

exhaust rubbers perished

steering rack worn and slight leak

washer jets slightly blocked

Pass 26 Jun 2012 45,424 miles

exhaust rubbers perished

indicators slow

steering rack worn

Pass 3 May 2011 45,098 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 May 2009 43,480 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 43,475 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 41,432 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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MPV 690P is a 1976 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MPV 690P, 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 MPV 690P registered?

MPV 690P is a 1976 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 March 1976.

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