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FPK 385J

1971 Triumph Herald

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

67,519 mi
Last recorded67,519 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 1971 Triumph Herald51,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPK 385J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2023 67,519 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 67,248 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil leak front and rear

Pass 9 May 2018 66,787 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 66,744 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 66,705 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 66,679 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 66,679 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2014 66,565 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 66,275 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 66,112 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 65,968 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 65,623 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 65,403 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 65,246 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 65,210 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 65,067 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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FPK 385J is a 1971 Triumph Herald in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 FPK 385J, 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 FPK 385J?

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What year was FPK 385J registered?

FPK 385J is a 1971 Triumph Herald, first registered on 12 May 1971.

Is FPK 385J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPK 385J shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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