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DUY 972J

1970 Triumph Herald

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,641 mi
Last recorded17,641 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1970 Triumph Herald59,293 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUY 972J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 17,641 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 17,474 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 17,047 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 17,031 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 16,926 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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DUY 972J is a 1970 Triumph Herald in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DUY 972J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DUY 972J?

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What year was DUY 972J registered?

DUY 972J is a 1970 Triumph Herald, first registered on 3 August 1970.

Is DUY 972J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUY 972J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DUY 972J have outstanding finance?

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