CarVerify

Free Car Check

UBP 287M

1974 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 2997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

52,784 mi
Last recorded52,784 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph Stag57,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBP 287M
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 52,784 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 52,779 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear suspension arm support beam lower plate damaged and insecure not seriously weekend

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 51,789 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake readings low (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 50,982 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. PERFORMANCE LOW (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s lower (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 49,847 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective MOUNT RUBERS DETERIORATED (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S AND O/S LOWER MOUNT BUSHES DETERIORATED (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 48,963 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 47,991 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush LOWER BUSH SPLITTING. (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

SLIGHT PLAY, N/S/F STEERING RACK TIE-BALL.

Pass 27 Jun 2019 47,252 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play N/S AND O/S (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 46,518 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 46,007 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 45,356 miles

Front and rear tyres cracks in sidewalls n/s and o/s

Pass 26 Jun 2015 44,984 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 44,984 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 44,767 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 44,760 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 44,694 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 44,580 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 44,574 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 44,425 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 44,415 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 44,301 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 14,267 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 14,267 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 44,098 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 43,841 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 43,841 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 May 2006 42,868 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
Full Triumph Stag reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

UBP 287M is a 1974 Triumph Stag in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 57,450 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UBP 287M, 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 52 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 UBP 287M?

You can check the full history of UBP 287M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UBP 287M registered?

UBP 287M is a 1974 Triumph Stag, first registered on 3 April 1974.

Is UBP 287M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBP 287M shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UBP 287M have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on UBP 287M. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.