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EXD 621J

1971 Triumph Herald

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,565 mi
Last recorded98,565 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1971 Triumph Herald51,082 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXD 621J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 98,565 miles

Nearside Front corrosion around headlight securing bolts

Pass 27 May 2015 96,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 93,993 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 89,420 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

leaf spring shackle bolts corroded

osr tyre inner sidewall starting to deteriorate

Fail 19 Jun 2013 89,403 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

leaf spring shackle bolts corroded

osr tyre inner sidewall starting to deteriorate

Pass 13 Jun 2012 87,674 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 11 Jun 2012 87,652 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 86,863 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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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EXD 621J is a 1971 Triumph Herald in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EXD 621J, 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 EXD 621J registered?

EXD 621J is a 1971 Triumph Herald, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is EXD 621J safe to buy?

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