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VMM 146S

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Brown Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,285 mi
Last recorded62,285 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMM 146S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 62,285 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Apr 2017 62,003 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Mar 2016 61,704 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 61,207 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 60,809 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 60,268 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 59,350 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 58,209 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak from diff

Pass 12 Apr 2010 57,321 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 56,959 miles

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Apr 2009 56,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 56,716 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 56,409 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 56,247 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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VMM 146S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Brown with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VMM 146S, 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 VMM 146S registered?

VMM 146S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 4 April 1978.

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