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VCT 836K

1972 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

64,019 mi
Last recorded64,019 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCT 836K
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 64,019 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 63,973 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 63,802 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 63,802 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 63,476 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 63,402 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 63,029 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 62,656 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 62,656 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 62,394 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 62,394 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 62,170 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 62,167 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 61,880 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 61,357 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 60,869 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,295 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 59,352 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 58,334 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 58,311 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2009 57,459 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 57,459 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 56,743 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

some play in adjustable steering column

Fail 6 Mar 2008 56,741 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

some play in adjustable steering column

Pass 30 Jul 2007 56,150 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 55,234 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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VCT 836K is a 1972 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 52,504 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 VCT 836K, 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 54 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VCT 836K is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 24 January 1972.

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