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BDU 986T

1978 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,632 mi
Last recorded69,632 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDU 986T
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 69,632 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (6.1.2 (a))

oil leak

Pass 26 May 2017 69,429 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 69,045 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 69,045 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 68,504 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 67,537 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 67,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 66,716 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Washers weak flow

Pass 22 Jun 2011 65,899 miles

Oil leak

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 29 Jun 2010 64,791 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2009 63,523 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 63,519 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Brake relay lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 61,431 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 59,829 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 56,821 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 56,821 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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BDU 986T is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BDU 986T, 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 BDU 986T registered?

BDU 986T is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 September 1978.

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