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XGC 899M

1974 Triumph Stag Auto

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

30,332 mi
Last recorded30,332 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph Stag Auto63,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGC 899M
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 30,332 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 30,332 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 21 May 2019 30,327 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 30,312 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 30,307 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 30,299 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 30,288 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 30,265 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 30,244 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2011 30,244 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 30,233 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM SHOWING SIGNS OF DETEIREATION

Pass 14 Sep 2009 30,222 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 30,222 miles

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 30,211 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 30,211 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 30,190 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 30,190 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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XGC 899M is a 1974 Triumph Stag Auto in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 63,295 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 XGC 899M, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XGC 899M registered?

XGC 899M is a 1974 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 9 May 1974.

Is XGC 899M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGC 899M shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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