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RDT 959L

1973 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

41,008 mi
Last recorded41,008 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag53,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDT 959L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 41,008 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 40,956 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 40,879 miles

low effort o/s/park brake

Fail 12 Jul 2012 40,617 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

slight deterioration anti roll bar drop link bushes

Pass 12 Jul 2012 40,617 miles

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

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

slight deterioration anti roll bar drop link bushes

Pass 30 Apr 2010 40,588 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 40,579 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 40,575 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 May 2007 40,563 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 40,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 26 Apr 2006 37,938 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 37,920 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 May 2005 35,012 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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RDT 959L is a 1973 Triumph Stag in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 RDT 959L, 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 RDT 959L registered?

RDT 959L is a 1973 Triumph Stag, first registered on 5 January 1973.

Is RDT 959L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDT 959L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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