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SCW 238L

1972 Triumph Stag Auto

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

64,483 mi
Last recorded64,483 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag Auto51,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCW 238L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 64,483 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 22 Jul 2019 64,373 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 62,919 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 60,949 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion both sides front sills. (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion both sides rear sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 59,613 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 59,613 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 59,128 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 58,303 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 58,259 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

deep cracks on both rear tyre walls but not down to cords

Pass 26 Jul 2012 58,134 miles

park brake has just met required efficiency

play detected at top bush on steering coloum

Fail 19 Jul 2012 58,131 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f & both rear tyres cracking

Pass 1 Aug 2008 57,756 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 57,756 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 57,546 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 57,546 miles

Nearside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 57,117 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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SCW 238L is a 1972 Triumph Stag Auto in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 51,762 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 SCW 238L, 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 54 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 SCW 238L registered?

SCW 238L is a 1972 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 15 September 1972.

Is SCW 238L safe to buy?

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