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STA 6R

1976 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

52,717 mi
Last recorded52,717 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1976 Triumph Stag57,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTA 6R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 52,717 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 50,781 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 48,387 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 45,465 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Various oil leaks

Pass 4 Apr 2022 41,647 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 39,869 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 38,097 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 36,963 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 36,144 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 36,144 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 35,467 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 34,921 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 34,112 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2014 34,098 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 32,741 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 31,307 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 31,307 miles

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)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 30,581 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 28,588 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 27,588 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 27,583 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2007 56,781 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 26,777 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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STA 6R is a 1976 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,333 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 STA 6R, 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 50 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 STA 6R registered?

STA 6R is a 1976 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 November 1976.

Is STA 6R safe to buy?

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