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DBR 900S

1978 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,155 mi
Last recorded72,155 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBR 900S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 72,155 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 71,621 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 71,343 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 71,151 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 71,120 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 70,769 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside steering rack joint has slight free play

Pass 16 Apr 2012 70,236 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 70,020 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 69,314 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 68,485 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

n/s/f 'x' member has very slight corrosion

Pass 11 Sep 2007 68,190 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 68,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 67,758 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

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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DBR 900S is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DBR 900S, 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 DBR 900S registered?

DBR 900S is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 11 January 1978.

Is DBR 900S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBR 900S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DBR 900S have outstanding finance?

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