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523 EBX

1978 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

95,018 mi
Last recorded95,018 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration523 EBX
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 95,018 miles

Offside Front Slight steering column movement.

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 91,903 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 86,768 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 86,658 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 86,315 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 86,087 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 86,087 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 86,056 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 86,014 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 89,553 miles

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 85,933 miles

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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523 EBX is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 523 EBX, 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 523 EBX registered?

523 EBX is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is 523 EBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 523 EBX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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