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CXZ 881

1978 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

298 mi
Last recorded298 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXZ 881
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 298 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 99,958 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 99,529 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 99,166 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 98,857 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 98,040 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 97,392 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

advise front brake discs corroded and pitted.

advise metal brake pipes corroded.

advise movement in both inner rack ends

advise offside track rod end gaitor split.

Fail 26 Jun 2012 97,392 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

advise front brake discs corroded and pitted.

advise metal brake pipes corroded.

advise offside track rod end gaitor split.

Pass 22 Jun 2011 96,364 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 96,360 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 94,442 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 94,441 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 92,995 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2009 92,993 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 91,560 miles

steering rack mounting rubbers deteriorating

Fail 23 Jul 2008 91,539 miles

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

steering rack mounting rubbers deteriorating

Fail 11 Apr 2008 91,483 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Inner Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 91,483 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 89,875 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front offside and nearside exhaust downpipes slight blow.

offside steering rack bushes deteriorating.

oil-cooler air vents damaged.

Fail 3 Apr 2007 89,875 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front offside and nearside exhaust downpipes slight blow.

offside steering rack bushes deteriorating.

oil-cooler air vents damaged.

Pass 6 Apr 2006 86,798 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 86,798 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear axle differential oil seal leaking.

steering rack offside mounting bushes, slight deterioration and oil contamination.

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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CXZ 881 is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 62,190 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,039 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CXZ 881, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CXZ 881 registered?

CXZ 881 is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 17 November 1978.

Is CXZ 881 safe to buy?

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