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OYP 853L

1978 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

70,014 mi
Last recorded70,014 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYP 853L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 70,014 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 69,985 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 69,927 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 69,924 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 69,827 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

surface corrosion on bulkhead

Fail 22 Aug 2014 69,788 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

surface corrosion on bulkhead

Pass 30 Aug 2013 69,722 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 69,627 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 69,624 miles

Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 69,540 miles

steering rack worn

Pass 6 Aug 2010 59,528 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 69,461 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 69,461 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 May 2008 69,447 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 69,345 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 69,243 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 69,235 miles

Front Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 69,614 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 69,614 miles

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

slight play in both front hubs

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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OYP 853L is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 OYP 853L, 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 OYP 853L registered?

OYP 853L is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 21 March 1978.

Is OYP 853L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYP 853L shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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