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SS 8726

1973 Triumph Stag Auto

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

81,749 mi
Last recorded81,749 miles
Recorded on6 May 2019
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag Auto60,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSS 8726
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2019 81,749 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2018 81,350 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 May 2017 80,950 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 May 2016 80,135 miles

Nearside Rear play in wheel bearing

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear play in wheel bearing

various small oil leaks from engine and transmission

Fail 2 May 2016 80,121 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front seat belt not functioning correctly

Nearside Rear play in wheel bearing

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front seat belt not functioning correctly

Offside Rear play in wheel bearing

various small oil leaks from engine and transmission

Pass 17 Apr 2015 79,493 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 79,484 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 May 2014 78,950 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 7 May 2013 78,806 miles

o/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 7 May 2013 78,806 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 25 Apr 2012 78,559 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 3 May 2011 78,417 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 78,122 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Apr 2010 78,122 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 77,663 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight play at the steering arms at the inner point

Pass 25 Mar 2008 76,941 miles

slight engine oil leak from oil filter/pressure switch area.

slight oil leak from p.a.s.steering rack.

Pass 23 May 2007 76,085 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 76,081 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 May 2006 75,677 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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SS 8726 is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 60,660 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 SS 8726, 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 53 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 SS 8726 registered?

SS 8726 is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 25 October 1973.

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The MOT history for SS 8726 shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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