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XGT 8N

1974 Triumph Stag

Brown Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,278 mi
Last recorded47,278 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Stag57,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGT 8N
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 47,278 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

play in steering wheel/column

Fail 24 Aug 2017 47,275 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

play in steering wheel/column

Pass 20 Aug 2016 47,193 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 47,185 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 May 2015 47,114 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 46,991 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 16 May 2013 46,882 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 May 2012 46,703 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 May 2011 45,710 miles

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

Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 13 May 2010 44,265 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 42,624 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

ns steering rack inner joint slight play

nsr osr s/a rubbers perished

Pass 24 Apr 2008 41,682 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 40,218 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 37,663 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 37,663 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

slight play at steering wheel

Pass 9 May 2005 37,271 miles

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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XGT 8N is a 1974 Triumph Stag in Brown with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 57,450 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 XGT 8N, 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 52 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 XGT 8N?

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What year was XGT 8N registered?

XGT 8N is a 1974 Triumph Stag, first registered on 24 September 1974.

Is XGT 8N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGT 8N 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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