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UDT 642S

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,950 mi
Last recorded46,950 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDT 642S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 46,950 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 46,948 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Aug 2019 46,948 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid on inner wing panel brake union (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Sep 2018 46,936 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 46,933 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Nov 2017 46,933 miles

Stop lamp not working both rear stop lamps (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

prop shaft front bolts not fully secure

Pass 11 Nov 2016 46,649 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Nov 2015 46,179 miles

play in inner end joints inside steering rack and pinion

Fail 30 Nov 2015 46,179 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

play in inner end joints inside steering rack and pinion

Pass 13 Aug 2014 45,717 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 45,633 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight roughness n/s/f wheel bearing

slight roughness o/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 30 Jul 2013 45,633 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight roughness n/s/f wheel bearing

slight roughness o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 9 Aug 2012 45,390 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 44,238 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 43,471 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 42,672 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 42,209 miles

Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2007 41,828 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 40,780 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 40,780 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

play in rear drive line

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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UDT 642S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UDT 642S, 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 UDT 642S registered?

UDT 642S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 21 February 1978.

Is UDT 642S safe to buy?

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