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VHJ 82L

1972 Triumph Stag Auto

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

42,012 mi
Last recorded42,012 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2016
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag Auto51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHJ 82L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2016 42,012 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 40,394 miles

Oil leak

offside centre outrigger corroded

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 9 Mar 2015 40,394 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

offside centre outrigger corroded

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 26 Feb 2014 39,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

nearside seat missing at time off test

Fail 26 Feb 2014 39,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside seat missing at time off test

Fail 20 Feb 2014 39,396 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

nearside seat missing at time off test

Fail 3 Feb 2014 39,396 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder retaining device insecure (3.6.A.2d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

passenger seat missing at time of test

Pass 8 Mar 2013 38,200 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 37,981 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 37,096 miles

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

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

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

offside front tyre perished on side walls

slight uneven braking at rear

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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VHJ 82L is a 1972 Triumph Stag Auto in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 51,762 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 VHJ 82L, 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 54 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 VHJ 82L registered?

VHJ 82L is a 1972 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 8 September 1972.

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