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BOF 449T

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,183 mi
Last recorded46,183 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOF 449T
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 46,183 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 46,180 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 46,165 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2020 46,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Goes out when foot brake is applied (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment No reserve travel and warning light does not go out when brake released (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 46,100 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 46,100 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective FUEL CAP SEAL BADLY SPLIT. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively WIPER ACTUATION / SPEED TOO SLOW / STOPS ON SCREEN (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2015 46,079 miles

Driver seatbelt stalk incorrectly fitted

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

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

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2015 46,079 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking From rack (2.3.3b)

Driver seatbelt stalk incorrectly fitted

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

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

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.G.2)

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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BOF 449T is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BOF 449T, 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.

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What year was BOF 449T registered?

BOF 449T is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 31 December 1978.

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