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RGP 703L

1973 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

85,690 mi
Last recorded85,690 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag53,671 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGP 703L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 85,690 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 83,871 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 81,540 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 80,134 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 77,656 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 76,705 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 76,527 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 73,796 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 72,952 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

main beam lighting switch sticking slightly

Pass 27 May 2017 72,795 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

headlamp main beam switch sticking

Pass 7 May 2016 72,574 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 71,981 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 71,912 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 71,628 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2012 71,319 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 70,808 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 70,028 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 69,823 miles

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

O\s\f lower suspension arm ball joint gaiter perishing.

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 69,577 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 68,327 miles

play in steering rack

Fail 26 Mar 2007 68,326 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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

play in steering rack

Pass 1 Apr 2006 67,193 miles

corrosion around o/s/r inner sill near susp. mount, unable to establish if it has been welded from inside (advise further investigation)

slight play in steering column top bush

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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RGP 703L is a 1973 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 RGP 703L, 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 RGP 703L registered?

RGP 703L is a 1973 Triumph Stag, first registered on 23 March 1973.

Is RGP 703L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGP 703L shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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