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WST 985L

1972 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,594 mi
Last recorded83,594 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWST 985L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 May 2019 83,594 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 83,419 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 83,245 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 83,020 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 82,679 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 82,602 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 82,492 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 82,484 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 82,420 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

offside headlamp poor condition

Pass 27 Oct 2009 82,396 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 82,372 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 82,364 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 82,341 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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WST 985L is a 1972 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 52,504 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 WST 985L, 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 54 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WST 985L registered?

WST 985L is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is WST 985L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WST 985L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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