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RNT 485M

1973 Triumph Stag Auto

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

62,595 mi
Last recorded62,595 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag Auto60,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNT 485M
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 62,595 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 62,595 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 62,288 miles

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

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

Fail 1 May 2018 62,288 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 62,232 miles

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

Rear differential sounds noisy on rotation.

Pass 17 Jun 2015 62,187 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jun 2015 62,187 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2014 62,099 miles

rear shochers lower bushes worn

Fail 5 Jun 2014 62,099 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Oil leak

rear shochers lower bushes worn

Pass 3 Jul 2012 62,017 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 61,832 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 61,832 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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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RNT 485M is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 RNT 485M, 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.

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What year was RNT 485M registered?

RNT 485M is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 October 1973.

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The MOT history for RNT 485M shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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