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RGT 991L

1973 Triumph Stag

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,541 mi
Last recorded88,541 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag53,671 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGT 991L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 88,541 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 88,251 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 87,772 miles

Both rear shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2023 87,772 miles

Nearside Power steering component leaking Of steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Both rear shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 87,485 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 87,470 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 87,403 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play in front wheels.

Pass 11 Aug 2018 87,356 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 87,325 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 87,245 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 87,226 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 87,205 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

slight play in top steering colomn bush

Pass 21 Aug 2012 87,189 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 87,100 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 68,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 May 2006 65,844 miles

Minor noise to front nearside wheel bearing

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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RGT 991L is a 1973 Triumph Stag in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RGT 991L, 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 RGT 991L registered?

RGT 991L is a 1973 Triumph Stag, first registered on 29 March 1973.

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The MOT history for RGT 991L shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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