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EMT 162J

1971 Triumph Herald

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,574 mi
Last recorded36,574 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph Herald51,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMT 162J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 36,574 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 35,078 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 33,951 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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EMT 162J is a 1971 Triumph Herald in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 EMT 162J, 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 EMT 162J?

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What year was EMT 162J registered?

EMT 162J is a 1971 Triumph Herald, first registered on 25 January 1971.

Is EMT 162J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMT 162J shows 3 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 EMT 162J have outstanding finance?

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