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WVJ 130K

1971 Triumph Stag Auto

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,580 mi
Last recorded31,580 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag Auto61,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVJ 130K
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 31,580 miles

Offside a post repaired and corrosion

front slam panel corroded on lower edge

oil leak

Fail 18 Aug 2017 31,580 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside a post repaired and corrosion

front slam panel corroded on lower edge

oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2015 31,391 miles

front panel lower seaction corroding

oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2015 31,389 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

front panel lower seaction corroding

oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2014 30,982 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine oil leak

gear box oil leak

n/s/r tyre is worn

rear diff leaking oil

throttle not returning properly

Fail 24 Jun 2014 30,980 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine oil leak

gear box oil leak

n/s/r tyre is worn

rear diff leaking oil

throttle not returning properly

Pass 17 Jun 2013 30,067 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering component(s) has seepage from a component

n/s/r tyre worn

rear cross floor metal brake pipe corroded

rear subframe / suspension arm bushes have movment

steering column top bearing appears worn

windscreen wiper blades deteriorated

Fail 12 Jun 2013 30,067 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering component(s) has seepage from a component

n/s/r tyre worn

rear cross floor metal brake pipe corroded

rear subframe / suspension arm bushes have movment

steering column top bearing appears worn

windscreen wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 13 Jun 2012 29,548 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

headlamp aims deteriorated

o/s and n/s/f tyres worn, o/s on limit

rear metal brake pipes corroded

steering column top bearing appears worn

Fail 11 Jun 2012 29,548 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

headlamp aims deteriorated

o/s and n/s/f tyres worn, o/s on limit

rear metal brake pipes corroded

steering column top bearing appears worn

Pass 19 Mar 2011 29,194 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 29,188 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 28,768 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 28,706 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 28,274 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 27,287 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 26,862 miles
Fail 24 May 2006

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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WVJ 130K is a 1971 Triumph Stag Auto in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 61,627 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 WVJ 130K, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WVJ 130K is a 1971 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 12 November 1971.

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