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JRN 587S

1978 Triumph Stag

Brown Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

91,109 mi
Last recorded91,109 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRN 587S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 91,109 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 84,516 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 71,481 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 64,674 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 52,962 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 40,593 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 32,652 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 21,576 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 11,669 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 3,329 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 979 miles

nearside front windowscreen wiper becoming weak

offside front windowscreen washer weak

slight play in steering column top bush

Fail 8 Mar 2007 967 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear inner c/v joint has excessive play

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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JRN 587S is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Brown with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JRN 587S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JRN 587S registered?

JRN 587S is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is JRN 587S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRN 587S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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