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OEU 187J

1971 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

54,549 mi
Last recorded54,549 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 187J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2024 54,549 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 54,530 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 54,520 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 661 miles

Oil leak

rear diff oil leak

Fail 5 Sep 2013 661 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

rear diff oil leak

Pass 18 May 2012 54,439 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 54,438 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 54,434 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 54,331 miles

Battery insecure

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

near side door mirror

off side wiper stabiliser link bar

Pass 16 Apr 2008 54,242 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Apr 2008 54,242 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 54,227 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 54,227 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 54,121 miles

nearside & offside rear radius arm outer bushes slight play

oil leak

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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OEU 187J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OEU 187J, 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

How do I check the history of OEU 187J?

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What year was OEU 187J registered?

OEU 187J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is OEU 187J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEU 187J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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