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SCM 262K

1972 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

81,849 mi
Last recorded81,849 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCM 262K
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 81,849 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 81,363 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 81,120 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

offside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 24 Jun 2014 81,197 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2013 80,826 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 80,824 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 80,336 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 79,997 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 79,997 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 11 Nov 2009 79,989 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres perished

Pass 31 Aug 2006 79,551 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 30 Aug 2006 79,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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SCM 262K is a 1972 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 52,504 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 SCM 262K, 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 54 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 SCM 262K registered?

SCM 262K is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is SCM 262K safe to buy?

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