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PLG 942L

1973 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

79,777 mi
Last recorded79,777 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag53,671 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLG 942L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 79,777 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

both front outriggers have been distorted

rear suspension component prescribed area has been repaired. unknown repair integrity due to being repaired from inside the vehicle

suspension component prescribed area at the O/S front chassis leg has been repaired from inside the vehicle. unknown integrity

Pass 16 Aug 2016 79,036 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 78,882 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 78,802 miles

brake pedal feels a little spongy

Pass 22 Jul 2013 78,616 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 78,439 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 77,768 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 77,414 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 77,412 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 22 Jun 2007 77,165 miles

acceptable increase/decrease on rear brakes

slight perishing to both front tyres on outer sidewalls

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 7 Jul 2006 76,815 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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PLG 942L is a 1973 Triumph Stag in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 PLG 942L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLG 942L registered?

PLG 942L is a 1973 Triumph Stag, first registered on 9 March 1973.

Is PLG 942L safe to buy?

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