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TXC 991J

1971 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

2,678 mi
Last recorded2,678 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTXC 991J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 2,678 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 1,768 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 1,376 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 657 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 26 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 24,909 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 24,909 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 24,322 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 22,924 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 20,426 miles

oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2015 18,029 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 15,675 miles

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

nearside front tyre starting to go out of shape

offside front tyre perished in tread

Pass 8 Apr 2013 13,652 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 10,616 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 8,243 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2011 8,243 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 5,354 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

play in steering

Pass 20 Mar 2009 99,688 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

play in steering rack

Fail 20 Mar 2009 99,688 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

play in steering rack

Pass 7 Apr 2008 96,409 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 96,409 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 94,140 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 57,916 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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TXC 991J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 TXC 991J, 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

How do I check the history of TXC 991J?

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What year was TXC 991J registered?

TXC 991J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 2 June 1971.

Is TXC 991J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TXC 991J shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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