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RGF 235L

1973 Triumph Stag Auto

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

49,145 mi
Last recorded49,145 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag Auto60,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGF 235L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 49,145 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 48,716 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 48,291 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 47,765 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 47,763 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 47,236 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 47,236 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both rear. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 46,695 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 46,191 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 45,444 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 44,540 miles

Gearbox oil leaks.

Fail 20 Oct 2017 44,540 miles

Gearbox oil leaks.

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 43,149 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 43,106 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 42,859 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 42,857 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

fuel mell arround filter area

Pass 15 May 2013 42,511 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 42,511 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 42,716 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 42,716 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 42,318 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 42,107 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 42,065 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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RGF 235L is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 60,660 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 RGF 235L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RGF 235L registered?

RGF 235L is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 5 April 1973.

Is RGF 235L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGF 235L shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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