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OTS 747R

1977 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

8,399 mi
Last recorded8,399 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag60,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTS 747R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 8,399 miles

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

both front drop link bushes and boots slightly deteriorated

various oil leaks

Pass 7 Sep 2016 8,326 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 8,326 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 8,176 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 7,906 miles

nearside front tyre valve stem slightly perished

various slight oil leaks

Pass 6 Sep 2013 7,767 miles

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

Oil leak

handbrake warning lamp not illuminating

Fail 5 Sep 2013 7,765 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

handbrake warning lamp not illuminating

Fail 2 Aug 2013 7,746 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2012 7,544 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Slight play in offside front steering rack possibly track rod

Pass 1 Aug 2011 7,375 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

dampness at gearbox/engine and diff

slight play in o/s track rod

Pass 2 Aug 2010 7,255 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 7,032 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 7,032 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 6,905 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 6,607 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 6,239 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 6,239 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.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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OTS 747R is a 1977 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 60,708 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 OTS 747R, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OTS 747R registered?

OTS 747R is a 1977 Triumph Stag, first registered on 3 May 1977.

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