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Triumph Stag Auto

Yellow · Petrol · 1978 · 2,997 cc

BRL 40MOT history

BRL 40 is a yellow petrol Triumph Stag Auto first used on 31 Dec 1978. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2026 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 40,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2026
Mileage
40,787 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2025
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
87 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BRL 40
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Triumph
Model
Stag Auto
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1978
First used
31 Dec 1978
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2026
Latest MOT test
28 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

BRL 40 was last recorded at 40,787 miles on 28 May 2025, 832 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,955 miles · 21 May 2024
Between the last two tests
832 miles
Average per year
87 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 40,787 miles
  • 2024 – 39,955 miles
  • 2021 – 39,867 miles
  • 2014 – 39,817 miles
  • 2011 – 39,589 miles
  • 2008 – 39,483 miles
  • 2007 – 39,385 miles
  • 2006 – 39,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,787 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

12 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,787 miles (+832)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    40,787 miles
    Test number
    478102783792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass39,955 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    39,955 miles
    Test number
    336360776306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass39,867 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    39,867 miles
    Test number
    804992879714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail39,863 miles (+46)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,863 miles
    Test number
    171972898903
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass39,817 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,817 miles
    Test number
    697195604234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,589 miles
    Test number
    567457971021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail39,589 miles (+106)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,589 miles
    Test number
    817715671036
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteDampness around nearside steering rack gaiter
    • NoteGeneral engine gearbox oil leaks

  8. Pass39,483 miles (+98)5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,483 miles
    Test number
    341040188490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake pads 50% worn
    • NoteNearside and offside front outer sills/wings lightly corroded
    • NoteNearside door damaged(dented around handle)
    • NoteOil leak around rear differential

  9. Pass39,385 miles4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    39,385 miles
    Test number
    534920797288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDiff leaking
    • NoteNearside door damaged(dented)
    • NoteNearside front indicator lens cracked
    • NoteNearside wing repeater bulb low light output

  10. Fail39,385 miles (+189)4 repaired4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,385 miles
    Test number
    843050497260
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDiff leaking
    • NoteNearside door damaged(dented)
    • NoteNearside front indicator lens cracked
    • NoteNearside wing repeater bulb low light output

  11. Pass39,196 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,196 miles
    Test number
    322556776292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail39,167 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,167 miles
    Test number
    621418466291
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about BRL 40

What vehicle is registration BRL 40 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BRL 40 on a yellow petrol Triumph Stag Auto first used on 31 Dec 1978. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does BRL 40 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on BRL 40 expired on 27 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on BRL 40?
The MOT on BRL 40 expired on 27 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has BRL 40 done?
BRL 40 was recorded at 40,787 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2025, an average of 87 miles a year.
Has BRL 40 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BRL 40 has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on BRL 40 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on BRL 40 find?
BRL 40 passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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