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YTF 887J

1971 Triumph Stag

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

67,784 mi
Last recorded67,784 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTF 887J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 67,784 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 67,734 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 67,679 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 67,242 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 67,242 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 65,339 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 64,900 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 64,900 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 63,290 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 62,916 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 62,853 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 60,659 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 60,659 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 60,596 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 60,590 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 60,590 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 60,558 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 60,542 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 60,499 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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YTF 887J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YTF 887J, 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 YTF 887J?

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What year was YTF 887J registered?

YTF 887J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 22 February 1971.

Is YTF 887J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTF 887J shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YTF 887J have outstanding finance?

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