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SMC 505S

1977 Triumph Stag Auto

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,336 mi
Last recorded92,336 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag Auto60,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMC 505S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 92,336 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 92,006 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 91,752 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 91,525 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

slight exhaust blow at centre silencers

Pass 2 Jul 2014 91,414 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 90,989 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 90,483 miles

slight exhaust blow at centre boxes

steering rack damp

Pass 11 May 2011 89,192 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 88,685 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2010 88,658 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 85,839 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 84,086 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 83,736 miles

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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SMC 505S is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 60,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SMC 505S, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SMC 505S registered?

SMC 505S is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is SMC 505S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMC 505S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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