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SXC 987J

1971 Triumph Herald

Cream Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,410 mi
Last recorded85,410 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1971 Triumph Herald51,082 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXC 987J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1971
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2022 85,410 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 85,316 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 85,199 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 85,151 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 85,012 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 84,951 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 84,878 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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SXC 987J is a 1971 Triumph Herald in Cream with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Herald models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 51,082 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 SXC 987J, 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 55 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 SXC 987J?

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What year was SXC 987J registered?

SXC 987J is a 1971 Triumph Herald, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is SXC 987J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXC 987J shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SXC 987J have outstanding finance?

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