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RAE 8S

1977 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,704 mi
Last recorded83,704 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag60,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAE 8S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 83,704 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 83,068 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 82,609 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 81,811 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 81,281 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 80,191 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2011 79,084 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 17 Sep 2009 78,107 miles

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

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 76,921 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 75,335 miles

Battery insecure

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 12 Sep 2007 75,335 miles

Battery insecure

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 May 2007 74,229 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 72,653 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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RAE 8S is a 1977 Triumph Stag in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 RAE 8S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RAE 8S?

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What year was RAE 8S registered?

RAE 8S is a 1977 Triumph Stag, first registered on 8 August 1977.

Is RAE 8S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAE 8S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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