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UFK 421R

1976 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,355 mi
Last recorded96,355 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph Stag Auto62,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFK 421R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 96,355 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 96,350 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 95,989 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 95,982 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 94,784 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2013 92,824 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 91,668 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 89,885 miles

o/s/r brake binding

Pass 20 Jul 2010 88,235 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 14 Jul 2010 88,230 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 85,764 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s wiper blade split

Pass 4 Jul 2008 83,128 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 83,128 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 81,412 miles

slight play in both front inner rack joints

slight play in both rear wishbone front bushes

slight play in n/s/r body to chassis bush

Pass 16 Jun 2006 80,219 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 80,216 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both front tyres slightly perished

metal brake pipes slightly corroded

slight oil leak

slight play in both front lower arm rear bushes

slight play in steering rack

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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UFK 421R is a 1976 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 62,979 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 740 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UFK 421R, 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 50 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 UFK 421R registered?

UFK 421R is a 1976 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 13 December 1976.

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