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CAL 978H

1987 Triumph Herald

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,355 mi
Last recorded42,355 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAL 978H
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 42,355 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 42,323 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 42,323 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 42,247 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 42,182 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 41,599 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 41,101 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 40,387 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 39,849 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 39,317 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 38,386 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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CAL 978H is a 1987 Triumph Herald in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CAL 978H, 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 39 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 CAL 978H?

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What year was CAL 978H registered?

CAL 978H is a 1987 Triumph Herald, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is CAL 978H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAL 978H shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAL 978H have outstanding finance?

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