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XRO 215S

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,597 mi
Last recorded38,597 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRO 215S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 38,597 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 38,315 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 38,022 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 38,022 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 37,868 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 37,695 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 36,440 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 35,057 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 33,729 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 32,687 miles

slight play in front hubs

Pass 22 Apr 2013 30,845 miles

slight play in front hubs

Pass 10 Apr 2012 29,612 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 29,612 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 28,059 miles

slight play in front hubs

Pass 13 Apr 2010 26,400 miles

play in front hubs

Pass 9 Apr 2009 24,280 miles

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

play in front hubs

Pass 16 Apr 2008 22,246 miles

play in front hubs

slight play in steering rack

Pass 9 Mar 2007 19,438 miles

play in front hubs

Pass 14 Mar 2006 17,557 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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XRO 215S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 XRO 215S, 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

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What year was XRO 215S registered?

XRO 215S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is XRO 215S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRO 215S shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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