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DBK 35T

1978 Triumph Stag

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,706 mi
Last recorded54,706 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2011
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBK 35T
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2011 54,706 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 54,706 miles

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

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

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil light on ticking over

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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DBK 35T is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DBK 35T, 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

How do I check the history of DBK 35T?

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What year was DBK 35T registered?

DBK 35T is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is DBK 35T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBK 35T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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