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VJM 261S

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,824 mi
Last recorded81,824 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJM 261S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 81,824 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 81,824 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 79,625 miles

All four tyres are perishing.

Exhaust mounting defective Both rear rubbers split. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Pipes to cooler and gear box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroding. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2020 79,613 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

All four tyres are perishing.

Exhaust mounting defective Both rear rubbers split. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Pipes to cooler and gear box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroding. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 75,915 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 75,823 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 75,677 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 75,659 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 75,650 miles

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 75,650 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 75,589 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Stag Auto?

Based on 21,225 MOT tests across 2,079 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,079
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 740
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 550
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 491
brake binding 442
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 440
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VJM 261S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 56,939 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 740 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VJM 261S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Stag Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VJM 261S registered?

VJM 261S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 22 March 1978.

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