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CAC 50J

1971 Triumph Herald

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

89,273 mi
Last recorded89,273 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 Triumph Herald51,082 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAC 50J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 89,273 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 89,263 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 89,249 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 89,210 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 89,182 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 89,128 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 89,056 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 88,970 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 88,970 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 88,951 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 88,827 miles

some play in offside lower trunion

Pass 10 Mar 2006 87,814 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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CAC 50J is a 1971 Triumph Herald in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CAC 50J, 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 CAC 50J?

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What year was CAC 50J registered?

CAC 50J is a 1971 Triumph Herald, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is CAC 50J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAC 50J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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