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RBL 318R

1977 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,671 mi
Last recorded39,671 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag Auto60,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBL 318R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 39,671 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

both front seats worn/play

sill covers fitted

Fail 22 Jul 2017 39,671 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

both front seats worn/play

sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2016 38,638 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside handbrake poor

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front seats worn/play

sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2015 37,084 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front seats worn/play

sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2014 34,495 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front seats worn/play

sill covers fitted

steering column top play

wipers not self parking

Pass 3 Aug 2013 33,124 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 33,118 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 31,777 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside wiper poor

offside handbrake poor

Fail 14 Jul 2012 31,777 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside wiper poor

Pass 25 Jul 2011 30,067 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 30,067 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009
Fail 8 Apr 2009

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 29,506 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 29,259 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Stag Auto?

Based on 21,225 MOT tests across 2,079 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,079
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 740
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 550
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 491
brake binding 442
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 440
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RBL 318R is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto 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 1977 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 60,392 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 740 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RBL 318R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Stag Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RBL 318R is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 June 1977.

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