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GUW 142J

1971 Triumph Herald

Maroon Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,887 mi
Last recorded53,887 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Herald51,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUW 142J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2017 53,887 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 May 2016 52,884 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 52,244 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 51,713 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 50,371 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 50,023 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 49,955 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 48,958 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 48,684 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 48,634 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 48,439 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 47,930 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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GUW 142J is a 1971 Triumph Herald in Maroon with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GUW 142J, 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.

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What year was GUW 142J registered?

GUW 142J is a 1971 Triumph Herald, first registered on 3 June 1971.

Is GUW 142J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUW 142J shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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