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DBH 503F

1968 Triumph Herald

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,789 mi
Last recorded5,789 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2025
Typical for 1968 Triumph Herald53,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBH 503F
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2025 5,789 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 5,746 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 5,684 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 5,676 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 5,669 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 5,638 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 4,881 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 4,432 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 4,304 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 4,143 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 4,007 miles

gearbox oil leak

n/s/r tyre sidewall starting to crack up

Pass 9 Oct 2013 3,900 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 3,754 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 3,506 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 3,370 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 3,216 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 3,079 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2007 2,828 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 2,219 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 1,909 miles

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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DBH 503F is a 1968 Triumph Herald in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Triumph Herald models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 53,985 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 DBH 503F, 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 58 years old, this Triumph Herald is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBH 503F?

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What year was DBH 503F registered?

DBH 503F is a 1968 Triumph Herald, first registered on 26 June 1968.

Is DBH 503F safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBH 503F shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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