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DSW 968G

1968 Triumph Herald

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,150 mi
Last recorded53,150 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 1968 Triumph Herald53,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSW 968G
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 May 2013 53,150 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 2 May 2012 52,932 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 52,792 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 52,668 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 16 Jun 2008 50,803 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 19 Jun 2007 48,347 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 46,380 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 43,845 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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DSW 968G is a 1968 Triumph Herald in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 DSW 968G, 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 DSW 968G?

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What year was DSW 968G registered?

DSW 968G is a 1968 Triumph Herald, first registered on 20 September 1968.

Is DSW 968G safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSW 968G shows 8 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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