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VDT 36L

1973 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

96,776 mi
Last recorded96,776 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag53,671 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDT 36L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 96,776 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 96,767 miles

Oil leak ()

both rear inner wheel arches slightly corroded

oil leak from diff

Fail 21 Jul 2017 96,765 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

both rear inner wheel arches slightly corroded

oil leak from diff

Pass 23 Jul 2016 96,713 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 96,674 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 96,636 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 May 2014 96,636 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 96,588 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 96,588 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 play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 96,536 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 13 Jun 2012 96,536 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 96,510 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Pass 15 Jun 2010 96,459 miles

SDLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING AND SUSPENSION,

Pass 11 May 2009 96,334 miles

UNDERBODY RUSTING

Pass 20 May 2008 96,295 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 96,151 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 96,066 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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VDT 36L is a 1973 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 53,671 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 VDT 36L, 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 53 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 VDT 36L registered?

VDT 36L is a 1973 Triumph Stag, first registered on 12 January 1973.

Is VDT 36L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDT 36L shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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