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AVV 58J

1975 Triumph Herald

Brown Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

80,920 mi
Last recorded80,920 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVV 58J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1975
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 80,920 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 77,804 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 73,603 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 72,228 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 72,228 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 72,061 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 71,218 miles

o/s rear parking brake and foot brake efforts slightly low

oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2020 70,610 miles

slight rear axle oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2019 69,338 miles

1 of 2 bonnet stays not fixed

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s sill cover slightly loose

Pass 22 Jul 2011 69,208 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

slight corrosion to o/s front of vehicle

Fail 11 Jul 2011 69,207 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

slight corrosion to o/s front of vehicle

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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AVV 58J is a 1975 Triumph Herald in Brown with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AVV 58J, 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 51 years old, this Triumph Herald is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AVV 58J?

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What year was AVV 58J registered?

AVV 58J is a 1975 Triumph Herald, first registered on 1 September 1975.

Is AVV 58J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVV 58J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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