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UGV 687J

1971 Triumph Herald

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

19,785 mi
Last recorded19,785 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph Herald51,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGV 687J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 19,785 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 19,636 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 19,629 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

reverse lamp on all the time

Pass 31 May 2013 19,576 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 19,565 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 19,228 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 19,228 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 19,228 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Both front seatbelts rear mounting prescribed area covered with fibreglass preventing full check.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 18,632 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 18,632 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 18,338 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 18,338 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 18,248 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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UGV 687J is a 1971 Triumph Herald in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 UGV 687J, 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

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What year was UGV 687J registered?

UGV 687J is a 1971 Triumph Herald, first registered on 22 July 1971.

Is UGV 687J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGV 687J shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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