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VKM 257S

1977 Triumph Stag Auto

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

9,768 mi
Last recorded9,768 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag Auto60,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKM 257S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 9,768 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2017 9,752 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 9,652 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 9,431 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 8,929 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 8,926 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 8,165 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 8,165 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 7,160 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 6,367 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 6,346 miles

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

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

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

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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VKM 257S is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 VKM 257S, 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.

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What year was VKM 257S registered?

VKM 257S is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 October 1977.

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The MOT history for VKM 257S shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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