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STM 290R

1977 Triumph Stag Auto

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,881 mi
Last recorded20,881 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2011
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag Auto60,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTM 290R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2011 20,881 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 20,775 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

hazards to be re-set at switch at time of test

slight blow on offside front bank exhaust at time of test

Pass 22 Jul 2009 20,013 miles

advise offside rear sidelight flickering at time of test ( light seen to be working )

advise reduced effort to hazards and indicators at time of test

advise slight play is detected in nearside front lower bottom ball joint at time of test

Pass 22 Jul 2008 19,444 miles

advise play detected in nearside front bottom ball-joint at time of test ( owner advised replacment should be considered shortly )

advise slight binding to offside front brake caliper at time of test

advise slight blow to offside rear bank exhaust at manifold at time of test ( not deemed excessive )

advise slight distortion to rear light lenses under load-up of lights at time of test ( not deemed excessive )

Pass 21 Mar 2007 18,667 miles

advise condition of both rear main subframe bushes ( perishing ) at time of test

advise handbrake travel at time of test ( adjustment required )

advise slight leak at power steering main pump to shaft ( number 3 to be tightened )

advise surface rust to underside of chassis and inner sills at time of test

Pass 23 Mar 2006 17,568 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 17,564 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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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STM 290R is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 STM 290R, 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.

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What year was STM 290R registered?

STM 290R is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 18 March 1977.

Is STM 290R safe to buy?

The MOT history for STM 290R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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