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XUJ 52S

1978 Triumph Stag

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

41,249 mi
Last recorded41,249 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUJ 52S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 41,249 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

power steering components leaking but not excessive

Fail 9 Apr 2026 41,243 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

power steering components leaking but not excessive

Pass 11 Apr 2025 38,312 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 35,588 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 35,588 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 31,402 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 29,099 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 24,843 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from hoses on steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 21,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from pipes coming out of steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 15,399 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 15,399 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 15,373 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 14,898 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 14,051 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 13,490 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 12,810 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 12,132 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 11,579 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 1,029 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 8,503 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outter edge

slight freeplay in nearside front wheelbearing

Pass 20 Feb 2009 8,117 miles

both front tyres wearing on outter edges needs tracking

Fail 20 Feb 2009 8,115 miles

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres wearing on outter edges needs tracking

Pass 16 Feb 2008 7,607 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 6,866 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 6,408 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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XUJ 52S is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 XUJ 52S, 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

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What year was XUJ 52S registered?

XUJ 52S is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 20 March 1978.

Is XUJ 52S safe to buy?

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