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DNP 828S

1978 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,191 mi
Last recorded42,191 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2016
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNP 828S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2016 42,191 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 42,191 miles

Centre Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (3.3.A.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floar and sill (5.2.6)

floar holed o/s/f sill

Pass 24 Mar 2015 41,332 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 41,332 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 40,280 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 39,714 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 39,094 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 38,526 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 37,509 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 37,509 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Fail 8 Oct 2009 37,641 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

slight play 0n both rear wheels

Pass 6 Nov 2008 36,331 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 34,472 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 34,468 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2006 32,814 miles

under side of vehicle covered in thick underseal

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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DNP 828S is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DNP 828S, 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 DNP 828S?

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What year was DNP 828S registered?

DNP 828S is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 4 January 1978.

Is DNP 828S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNP 828S shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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