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RAU 281M

1973 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,961 mi
Last recorded63,961 miles
Recorded on31 May 2006
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag53,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAU 281M
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2006 63,961 miles

all non mot structual repairs not welded sufficiently

Fail 9 May 2006 63,949 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Power steering pump insecure (2.3.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s & o/s chassis to floor corroded excessive

o/s/f chassis corroded

o/s/f sill to floor corroded excessive

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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RAU 281M is a 1973 Triumph Stag in White with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 RAU 281M, 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

How do I check the history of RAU 281M?

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What year was RAU 281M registered?

RAU 281M is a 1973 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is RAU 281M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAU 281M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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