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TAL 898R

1977 Triumph Stag Auto

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,184 mi
Last recorded17,184 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag Auto60,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAL 898R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 17,184 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 17,164 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 17,035 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 16,815 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 16,599 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,237 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 15,906 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 15,457 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)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 15,457 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 14,940 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 14,569 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 13,740 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 13,740 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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TAL 898R is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TAL 898R, 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 TAL 898R registered?

TAL 898R is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 18 May 1977.

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