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SUO 247H

1970 Triumph Herald

Blue Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

99,982 mi
Last recorded99,982 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph Herald59,293 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUO 247H
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 99,982 miles

Oil leak ()

light corrosion to underside of vehicle and components

tyres perished

Pass 19 Dec 2016 99,661 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 99,381 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 98,438 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 98,438 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 96,865 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 96,859 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 95,596 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 92,772 miles

O/S/Front bumper moulding split and lose

Rear boot corroded and rusty

Wheel caps fitted wheel nuts not checked

oil leak

Fail 30 May 2006 94,770 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

various poinnts of corrision especially around door guards floor pans and outer sills

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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SUO 247H is a 1970 Triumph Herald in Blue with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SUO 247H, 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 SUO 247H?

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What year was SUO 247H registered?

SUO 247H is a 1970 Triumph Herald, first registered on 3 April 1970.

Is SUO 247H safe to buy?

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