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BMJ 838A

1961 Triumph Herald

White Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,714 mi
Last recorded84,714 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 1961 Triumph Herald53,829 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMJ 838A
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 84,714 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 84,714 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 84,388 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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BMJ 838A is a 1961 Triumph Herald in White with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1961 Triumph Herald models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 53,829 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 BMJ 838A, 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 65 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 BMJ 838A?

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What year was BMJ 838A registered?

BMJ 838A is a 1961 Triumph Herald, first registered on 13 January 1961.

Is BMJ 838A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMJ 838A shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BMJ 838A have outstanding finance?

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