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VNT 990J

1971 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

75,662 mi
Last recorded75,662 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNT 990J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 75,662 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 75,181 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 74,649 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 74,228 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 73,927 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 73,534 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 73,147 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 72,697 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 71,401 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 70,530 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 70,207 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 69,600 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 69,107 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 68,677 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 67,305 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 66,268 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 65,185 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 21 May 2008 63,621 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 62,129 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 62,129 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 18 May 2006 60,767 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

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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VNT 990J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 56,944 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VNT 990J, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VNT 990J?

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What year was VNT 990J registered?

VNT 990J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 17 June 1971.

Is VNT 990J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNT 990J shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNT 990J have outstanding finance?

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