Triumph Herald 13/60 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Triumph Herald 13/60 reliable? We analysed 13,810 real MOT tests across 1,555 vehicles to find out.
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The Triumph Herald 13/60 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and brake binding. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Herald 13/60.
Triumph Herald 13/60 — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Triumph Herald 13/60 — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 1296cc
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- Yellow
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- Emission class
- Not Available
Triumph Herald 13/60 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Triumph Herald 13/60. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Triumph Herald 13/60 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Triumph Herald 13/60 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Triumph Herald 13/60 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Triumph Herald 13/60 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Triumph Herald 13/60 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Triumph Herald 13/60 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Triumph Herald 13/60 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Herald 13/60 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 3,580 | 75.3% | 23,591 | 56,977 | 78,152 |
| 1970 | 3,924 | 75.0% | 19,850 | 53,696 | 79,050 |
| 1969 | 2,889 | 76.2% | 29,252 | 58,970 | 79,414 |
| 1968 | 2,904 | 75.9% | 23,442 | 54,290 | 78,240 |
| 1967 | 300 | 73.7% | 22,688 | 53,000 | 71,792 |
How Long Does a Triumph Herald 13/60 Last?
Based on 1,555 Triumph Herald 13/60 vehicles on UK roads.
Triumph Herald 13/60 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Herald 13/60 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph Herald 13/60
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.2% MOT pass rate from 2,889 tests
73.7% MOT pass rate from 300 tests
The best year to buy a used Triumph Herald 13/60 is 1969, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.2% across 2,889 tests. The 1967 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Triumph Herald 13/60 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triumph Herald 13/60 THIS CAR | 75.5% | 13,810 | 55,878 mi | 59 yrs |
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.1% | 235,206 | 7,823 mi | 53 yrs |
| Triumph Tiger | 90.6% | 196,853 | 17,026 mi | 32 yrs |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.3% | 158,613 | 21,242 mi | 33 yrs |
| Proton 1.5 SE | 69.8% | 11,736 | 72,046 mi | 36 yrs |
Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Herald 13/60 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Triumph Herald 13/60Should you buy a used Triumph Herald 13/60?
The Triumph Herald 13/60 has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.5% across 13,810 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Triumph Herald 13/60 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (807 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (523), and brake binding (485). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Triumph Herald 13/60 owner drives around 297 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Triumph Herald 13/60 models stay on UK roads for around 59 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.