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DUY 732S

1978 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,231 mi
Last recorded43,231 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2015
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUY 732S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2015 43,231 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 43,111 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 42,874 miles

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

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 42,345 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 41,455 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

advise do not run engine due to coolant leak

oil leak from dif

Pass 4 Jan 2010 39,965 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 39,309 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 39,294 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2007 38,528 miles

corrosion showing to rear centre brake pipe

exhaust rear mtgs splitting

fuel cap seal starting to split

imbalance on rear brakes

windscreen wipers not clearing screen in centre

Pass 11 Nov 2006 37,722 miles

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

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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DUY 732S is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DUY 732S, 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 DUY 732S registered?

DUY 732S is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is DUY 732S safe to buy?

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