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XSX 86N

1974 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,011 mi
Last recorded60,011 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1974 Triumph Stag57,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSX 86N
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 60,011 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 59,015 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 58,888 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 58,663 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 83,030 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 81,659 miles

Nearside main beam headlight aim slightly high

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective dip beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 81,570 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 80,795 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 80,420 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 79,900 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 79,900 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 78,996 miles

Handbrake requires very firm pull to reach minimum 16% effort, may require adjustment

Hazard warning light switch operating intermittently

Leak to rear axle

Lower steering column lower bush has wear/play, not excessive

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rearmost exhaust bobbin deteriorating, still supported at test

Slight weepage of fluid from both ends of steering rack

Wear/play to steering rack/inner track rod joints

Fail 30 Jul 2015 78,986 miles

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Handbrake requires very firm pull to reach minimum 16% effort, may require adjustment

Hazard warning light switch operating intermittently

Leak to rear axle

Lower steering column lower bush has wear/play, not excessive

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rearmost exhaust bobbin deteriorating, still supported at test

Slight weepage of fluid from both ends of steering rack

Wear/play to steering rack/inner track rod joints

Pass 25 Apr 2014 76,713 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 May 2013 76,176 miles

Handbrake needs strong pull to achieve minimum 16% effort, front brakes may need adjustment or repair

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear silencer exhaust clamps working loose

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 74,600 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 74,590 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

floor section corroding

nearside sill corroding but not excessive

offside sill corroding but not excessive

Pass 30 Mar 2007 71,185 miles

Cracks to drivers rear view mirror but still useable

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

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

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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XSX 86N is a 1974 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XSX 86N, 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

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What year was XSX 86N registered?

XSX 86N is a 1974 Triumph Stag, first registered on 8 August 1974.

Is XSX 86N safe to buy?

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