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XRO 217S

1978 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

65,816 mi
Last recorded65,816 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRO 217S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 65,816 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 65,811 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 62,174 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 60,354 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 57,887 miles

Nearside handbrake low efficiency may require adjustment or repair

Pass 26 Mar 2015 54,881 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 52,239 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 49,325 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2012 48,110 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2011 47,352 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 46,435 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 46,429 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 43,016 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 41,131 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 38,753 miles

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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XRO 217S is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XRO 217S, 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

How do I check the history of XRO 217S?

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What year was XRO 217S registered?

XRO 217S is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 6 March 1978.

Is XRO 217S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRO 217S shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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