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VEH 799S

1977 Triumph Stag Auto

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

94,056 mi
Last recorded94,056 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag Auto60,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEH 799S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 94,056 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at limit - 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at limit - 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at limit - 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 93,344 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 92,963 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 28 Nov 2019 92,849 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 90,559 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 89,281 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 23 Nov 2017 89,281 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 87,689 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Nov 2015 87,367 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Nov 2015 87,366 miles

Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt gear box end (2.4.G.4c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 85,166 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 84,592 miles

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 84,592 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 81,823 miles

bad oil leak from final drive pinion

Pass 21 Nov 2011 80,501 miles

final drive pinion seal leaking

parking brake linkage incorrectly adjusted

rear brake imbalance on upper limit

Pass 4 Nov 2010 77,839 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2009 77,205 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 77,205 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 76,858 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 763,671 miles

Co emissions on upper limit

Pass 9 Nov 2006 73,090 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Fail 7 Nov 2006 73,090 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Coolant leak

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

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

Pass 28 Oct 2005 72,331 miles

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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VEH 799S is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 60,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VEH 799S, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VEH 799S registered?

VEH 799S is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is VEH 799S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEH 799S shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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