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XRD 53

1961 Triumph Herald 1200

White Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,989 mi
Last recorded31,989 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1961 Triumph Herald 120051,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRD 53
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald 1200
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2021 31,989 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 31,975 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 31,544 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 31,501 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 31,485 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 31,406 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 31,354 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Herald 1200?

Based on 7,805 MOT tests across 977 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
267
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
977
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 435
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 361
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 276
brake binding 237
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 229
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XRD 53 is a 1961 Triumph Herald 1200 in White with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Triumph Herald 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 51,091 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Herald 1200 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 435 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRD 53, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Herald 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 65 years old, this Triumph Herald 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRD 53?

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What year was XRD 53 registered?

XRD 53 is a 1961 Triumph Herald 1200, first registered on 20 June 1961.

Is XRD 53 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRD 53 shows 7 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 XRD 53 have outstanding finance?

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