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SAO 729R

1977 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,037 mi
Last recorded75,037 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag60,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAO 729R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 75,037 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 74,930 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 74,855 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 74,835 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2007 74,570 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 74,570 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs rusty

sill covers fitted

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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SAO 729R is a 1977 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 60,708 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,039 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SAO 729R, 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 49 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 SAO 729R registered?

SAO 729R is a 1977 Triumph Stag, first registered on 10 February 1977.

Is SAO 729R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAO 729R shows 6 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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