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WAB 2R

1977 Triumph Stag

Brown Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,400 mi
Last recorded43,400 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag60,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAB 2R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 43,400 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Jul 2026 43,399 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Jul 2025 42,095 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Clutch slave cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 42,095 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Clutch slave cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 39,479 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 39,380 miles

Nearside wiper has slight tear

Pass 19 Aug 2016 39,367 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 35,865 miles

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

Some general oil leaks

Pass 26 Jul 2014 34,516 miles

Light general oil leaks

Slight roughness in offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 27 Jul 2013 33,974 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 32,932 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 32,442 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 32,442 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 31,515 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2007 29,706 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2006 28,632 miles

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

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

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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WAB 2R is a 1977 Triumph Stag in Brown with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 60,708 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 WAB 2R, 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 49 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 WAB 2R?

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What year was WAB 2R registered?

WAB 2R is a 1977 Triumph Stag, first registered on 21 January 1977.

Is WAB 2R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAB 2R shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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