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CYF 801H

1970 Triumph Herald

Maroon Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

5,705 mi
Last recorded5,705 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 1970 Triumph Herald59,293 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYF 801H
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1970
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2023 5,705 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 5,471 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 4,276 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 3,992 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 3,992 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 3,087 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 2,109 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 6,199 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 1,507 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 1,294 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 1,023 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 739 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 470 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 99,961 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 99,078 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 97,961 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 97,453 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 96,890 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in the nearside rear lower trunion

Pass 12 Apr 2006 95,612 miles

underside of vehicle been welded and covered in underseal

How Reliable is the Triumph Herald?

Based on 11,262 MOT tests across 1,452 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
1,452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 659
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 510
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 470
brake binding 369
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 358
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CYF 801H is a 1970 Triumph Herald in Maroon with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Herald models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 59,293 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Herald fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 659 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CYF 801H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Herald typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 56 years old, this Triumph Herald is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CYF 801H registered?

CYF 801H is a 1970 Triumph Herald, first registered on 11 March 1970.

Is CYF 801H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYF 801H shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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