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JEZ 116

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,662 mi
Last recorded38,662 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEZ 116
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 38,662 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 37,831 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 37,445 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 36,864 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 36,619 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 36,143 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 35,841 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 34,893 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 34,003 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 33,435 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 33,434 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 33,123 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 33,123 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,435 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 32,417 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 32,278 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 31,174 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 30,358 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 29,412 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2007 28,960 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 27,799 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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JEZ 116 is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 JEZ 116, 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

How do I check the history of JEZ 116?

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What year was JEZ 116 registered?

JEZ 116 is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 16 May 1978.

Is JEZ 116 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEZ 116 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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