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OFX 253P

1976 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,018 mi
Last recorded74,018 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 1976 Triumph Stag57,333 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFX 253P
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2012 74,018 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all tyres starting to perish

near side front floor to sill rusted

near side rear floor to sill rusted

off side front floor to sill rusted

off side rear floor to sill rusted

suspension components surface rusted

Fail 21 Dec 2011 74,017 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 73,731 miles

corrosion present nsf inner wheel arch...rust present on front to rear and nsf metal brake pipe...slight play steering coloumn top bush...

Pass 27 Jan 2009 73,713 miles

n/s front pannel rusted, all brake hoses soft, vehicle has had major welding on sills &rear subframe area

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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OFX 253P is a 1976 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OFX 253P, 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 OFX 253P registered?

OFX 253P is a 1976 Triumph Stag, first registered on 13 January 1976.

Is OFX 253P safe to buy?

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