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DTU 456S

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

63,767 mi
Last recorded63,767 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2024
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTU 456S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2024 63,767 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 63,767 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working Replaced terminal (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 63,706 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 63,696 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 63,678 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 63,605 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 63,605 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 63,569 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 63,564 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 63,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 63,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 62,913 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 62,899 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 62,831 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 62,740 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 62,488 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 62,334 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 61,938 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 60,847 miles

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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DTU 456S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DTU 456S, 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 DTU 456S registered?

DTU 456S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 28 April 1978.

Is DTU 456S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTU 456S shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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