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PGU 577K

1971 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,751 mi
Last recorded31,751 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGU 577K
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 31,751 miles

Corrosion to floors and inner sills

Front brake discs corroded and pitted

Nearside Front Inner wing has several repairs

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch corroded close to excess (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear coil springs corroded

Steering wheel has slight movement in its upper attachment

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis by coil spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 31,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Corrosion to floors and inner sills

Front brake discs corroded and pitted

Nearside Front Inner wing has several repairs

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch corroded close to excess (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear coil springs corroded

Steering wheel has slight movement in its upper attachment

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis by coil spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 30,815 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 8,185 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 30,704 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 30,400 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 29,197 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 29,022 miles

no hazards

no rear seat belts fitted

Fail 4 Jun 2013 28,995 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

no hazards

no rear seat belts fitted

Fail 2 Apr 2012 28,872 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

no hazards fitted

no rear seat belts fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2012 28,872 miles

no rear seat belts fitted

no hazards fitted

Pass 19 May 2010 28,831 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

disc deteriaing

link rubber deteriating front

Fail 19 May 2010 28,831 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

disc deteriaing

link rubber deteriating front

Pass 2 Sep 2008 28,771 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 28,542 miles

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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PGU 577K is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PGU 577K, 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

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What year was PGU 577K registered?

PGU 577K is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is PGU 577K safe to buy?

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