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PTR 253S

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Brown Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

9,727 mi
Last recorded9,727 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTR 253S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 9,727 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 9,547 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 8,357 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 8,122 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 7,494 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 6,701 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 6,415 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 5,856 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 4,761 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 3,810 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 1,945 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 1,945 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 1,191 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 86,121 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 85,606 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 84,124 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 82,819 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 80,981 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 79,296 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 77,934 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 77,627 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 77,627 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 77,523 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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PTR 253S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Brown with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 PTR 253S, 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 PTR 253S registered?

PTR 253S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 13 March 1978.

Is PTR 253S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTR 253S shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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