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DYC 262T

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,187 mi
Last recorded36,187 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYC 262T
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 36,187 miles

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

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

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

chassis heavily covered in underseal

Pass 1 Jun 2015 35,986 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 34,746 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,542 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 34,102 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 32,917 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 32,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 32,815 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 32,801 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 32,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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DYC 262T is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DYC 262T, 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 DYC 262T registered?

DYC 262T is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 4 August 1978.

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