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XBW 879J

1971 Triumph Stag

Brown Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,245 mi
Last recorded57,245 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBW 879J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2018 57,245 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 56,612 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 55,788 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 54,722 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 53,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 52,618 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 52,017 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 50,505 miles

Near side front brake discs corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 49,953 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 49,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 48,583 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 47,921 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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XBW 879J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Brown with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XBW 879J, 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 XBW 879J?

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What year was XBW 879J registered?

XBW 879J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 25 March 1971.

Is XBW 879J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBW 879J shows 12 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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