CarVerify

Free Car Check

VYF 908S

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,859 mi
Last recorded71,859 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYF 908S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc
View full Triumph Stag Auto reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 71,859 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 69,696 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 69,687 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding Unable To Check Wheel Bearing (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 69,255 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 69,255 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 68,991 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 68,517 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2013 68,517 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 67,966 miles

center exhaust joint cracked

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 17 Jun 2011 66,682 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 64,399 miles

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

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

rear seatbase not fitted at time of test

Fail 25 Jun 2010 64,395 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front tyres wearing on inside edges and getting close to limit

rear seat bottom missing (security could not be checked)

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
Full Triumph Stag Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VYF 908S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VYF 908S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VYF 908S?

You can check the full history of VYF 908S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VYF 908S registered?

VYF 908S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 20 March 1978.

Is VYF 908S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYF 908S shows 12 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.

Does VYF 908S have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VYF 908S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.