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RUG 888M

1973 Triumph Stag Auto

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,553 mi
Last recorded9,553 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag Auto60,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUG 888M
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 9,553 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 7,491 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 4,864 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 4,337 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 4,337 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 3,903 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 3,903 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 3,489 miles

HEAVY UNDERSEAL TO VEHICLE UNDERBODY

Fail 11 Jun 2009 3,489 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

HEAVY UNDERSEAL TO VEHICLE UNDERBODY

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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RUG 888M is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RUG 888M, 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 RUG 888M registered?

RUG 888M is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 24 September 1973.

Is RUG 888M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUG 888M shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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