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TLJ 299R

1977 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,933 mi
Last recorded24,933 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag60,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLJ 299R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2025 24,933 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 24,623 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 23,511 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 23,165 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 22,986 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 22,708 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 22,655 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 22,106 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 21,682 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 20,486 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 19,584 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 18,869 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 18,171 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 17,694 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 17,560 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 17,098 miles

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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TLJ 299R is a 1977 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 60,708 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 TLJ 299R, 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 49 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 TLJ 299R registered?

TLJ 299R is a 1977 Triumph Stag, first registered on 12 May 1977.

Is TLJ 299R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLJ 299R shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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