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XWE 683T

1978 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

21,758 mi
Last recorded21,758 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWE 683T
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 21,758 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 21,740 miles

clutch slave cylinder leaking

slight play osr wheel

Fail 25 Jul 2013 21,740 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

clutch slave cylinder leaking

slight play osr wheel

Pass 26 Jun 2012 21,723 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 15 May 2012 21,719 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 May 2011 21,641 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 21,638 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 21,316 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 21,112 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 20,872 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 20,283 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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XWE 683T is a 1978 Triumph Stag in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XWE 683T, 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 XWE 683T registered?

XWE 683T is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 9 August 1978.

Is XWE 683T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWE 683T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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