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SPK 698R

1977 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,353 mi
Last recorded28,353 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag60,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPK 698R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 28,353 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Jun 2016 28,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak from engine,gearbox and rear diff

Pass 3 Jun 2015 27,475 miles

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

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

offside floor corroded but not within prescribed area

Fail 3 Jun 2015 27,475 miles

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

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside floor corroded but not within prescribed area

Pass 17 Apr 2014 26,819 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 26,819 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 25,925 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 25,925 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 24,549 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 24,549 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 23,222 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 22,261 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2010 22,261 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 21,908 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 21,626 miles

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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SPK 698R is a 1977 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 SPK 698R, 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 SPK 698R registered?

SPK 698R is a 1977 Triumph Stag, first registered on 28 February 1977.

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The MOT history for SPK 698R shows 15 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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