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YTA 265S

1978 Triumph Stag Auto

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,246 mi
Last recorded84,246 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag Auto56,939 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTA 265S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 84,246 miles

Nearside All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 84,235 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 84,235 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 84,118 miles

slight play in steering column top bush

Fail 30 May 2006 84,013 miles

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

N/s wiper blade staring to split

Pass 30 May 2006 84,013 miles

N/s wiper blade staring to split

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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YTA 265S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 YTA 265S, 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 YTA 265S registered?

YTA 265S is a 1978 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 28 April 1978.

Is YTA 265S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTA 265S shows 6 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.

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