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OJW 985R

1976 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

63,325 mi
Last recorded63,325 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1976 Triumph Stag57,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJW 985R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 63,325 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 63,322 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 63,065 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 62,899 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 62,516 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 62,516 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 62,020 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 61,632 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2019 61,103 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 60,864 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 60,201 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 59,342 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 58,383 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 57,628 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 57,421 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 57,087 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 55,817 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2011 55,798 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 54,205 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 52,800 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 51,642 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 51,622 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 50,975 miles

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 50,838 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 50,099 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2005 50,099 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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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OJW 985R is a 1976 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 OJW 985R, 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

How do I check the history of OJW 985R?

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What year was OJW 985R registered?

OJW 985R is a 1976 Triumph Stag, first registered on 17 September 1976.

Is OJW 985R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJW 985R shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OJW 985R have outstanding finance?

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