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APW 589S

1978 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

58,993 mi
Last recorded58,993 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPW 589S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 58,993 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 58,834 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 58,834 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 58,629 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 58,181 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 57,679 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 57,678 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 56,737 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 56,737 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 56,109 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 55,715 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Aug 2011 55,715 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2010 55,495 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 55,495 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 54,800 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 52,676 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 50,840 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 50,382 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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APW 589S is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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

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 APW 589S, 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 APW 589S registered?

APW 589S is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 10 May 1978.

Is APW 589S safe to buy?

The MOT history for APW 589S shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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