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UJW 857L

1979 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

53,761 mi
Last recorded53,761 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2006
Typical for 1979 Triumph Stag39,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJW 857L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2006 53,761 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 53,761 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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UJW 857L is a 1979 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 39,638 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 UJW 857L, 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 47 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 UJW 857L registered?

UJW 857L is a 1979 Triumph Stag, first registered on 20 August 1979.

Is UJW 857L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJW 857L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UJW 857L have outstanding finance?

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