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ONG 172M

1973 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2012
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,029 mi
Last recorded9,029 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2011
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag53,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONG 172M
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2011 9,029 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 Nov 2011 9,029 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 8,763 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 8,763 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 82,275 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 8,265 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 May 2008 6,332 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Oil leak

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

both rear exhaust rubber mounts deteriorated

both rear wheels feel rough when rotated, possible roughness from rear differential gearbox

front section of body slightly corroded

gearbox and rear differential gearbox have oil leaks

nearside rear parking brake cable is touching exhaust system when operated. not chaffed yet.

offside rear section of parking brake cable slightly deteriorated

Fail 2 May 2008 6,332 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Oil leak

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

both rear exhaust rubber mounts deteriorated

both rear wheels feel rough when rotated, possible roughness from rear differential gearbox

cluth hydraulic pipe touching steering column.

front section of body slightly corroded

gearbox and rear differential gearbox have oil leaks

nearside rear parking brake cable is touching exhaust system when operated. not chaffed yet.

offside rear section of parking brake cable slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 May 2007 4,937 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 4,932 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

column rubs slightly on clutch hose

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 24 Apr 2006 3,617 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 3,602 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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ONG 172M is a 1973 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 53,671 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 ONG 172M, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ONG 172M registered?

ONG 172M is a 1973 Triumph Stag, first registered on 2 October 1973.

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