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CTU 204S

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

68,030 mi
Last recorded68,030 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTU 204S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 68,030 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 68,029 miles

Nearside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2015 673,701 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 67,370 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 66,240 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 66,239 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 64,450 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 63,263 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 63,263 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 62,099 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Jul 2011 62,099 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 May 2010 60,355 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 29 Apr 2010 60,354 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 May 2009 59,286 miles

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

steeering rack boots have sligght oil leak

steering column has slight play

Pass 16 May 2008 58,848 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 58,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

all welding coverd in thick under seal preventing proper inspection

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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CTU 204S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 CTU 204S, 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 CTU 204S registered?

CTU 204S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 March 1978.

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