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STA 929

1971 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,816 mi
Last recorded13,816 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTA 929
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 13,816 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder no visible tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2026 13,816 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder no visible tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 May 2025 13,330 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Offside rack (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2025 13,327 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Offside rack (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 9,294 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 87,796 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 7,876 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 6,697 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 5,273 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 2,511 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2009 1,944 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 71 miles

Oil leak

slight play in steering rack

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 929 is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 56,944 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 929, 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 55 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 929 registered?

STA 929 is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 10 December 1971.

Is STA 929 safe to buy?

The MOT history for STA 929 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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