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BLU 845T

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

77,372 mi
Last recorded77,372 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLU 845T
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 77,372 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 77,372 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1399 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 9.85% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 77,077 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 22 Jun 2017 77,077 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 76,736 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 76,473 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 75,910 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2013 75,693 miles

OIL LEAKS FROM REAR OF ENGINE

OIL LEAKS ON GEAR BOX OIL COOLER

Pass 30 Apr 2012 75,357 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 75,278 miles

BOTH FRONT AND REAR TYRES STARTING TO CRACK AND PERISH

Pass 4 Sep 2009 74,846 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 74,436 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 74,436 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 73,898 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 73,897 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both rear inner flitch panels corroding near seatbelt mounts

Pass 27 Jul 2006 73,509 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 73,505 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

play in o/s/f wheel bearing

play in steering column

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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BLU 845T is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 56,939 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 BLU 845T, 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 48 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 BLU 845T registered?

BLU 845T is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 August 1978.

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