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FJB 591C

1965 Triumph Herald 12/50

Blue Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

79,529 mi
Last recorded79,529 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 1965 Triumph Herald 12/5060,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJB 591C
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald 12/50
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2013 79,529 miles

Corrossion by o/s/f body mounting

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 79,529 miles

Corrosion by o/s/f body mounting

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 79,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Corrosion by o/s/f body mounting

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 77,376 miles

offside front body mount has rust

Fail 21 Jul 2012 77,376 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

offside front body mount has rust

Pass 18 Aug 2010 77,945 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 77,945 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 77,711 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 77,711 miles

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2008 76,131 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 74,308 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 74,308 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 72,652 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 72,652 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Herald 12/50?

Based on 1,658 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 89
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 62
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 62
brake binding 51
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FJB 591C is a 1965 Triumph Herald 12/50 in Blue with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1965 Triumph Herald 12/50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 60,541 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Herald 12/50 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJB 591C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Herald 12/50 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Triumph Herald 12/50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJB 591C?

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What year was FJB 591C registered?

FJB 591C is a 1965 Triumph Herald 12/50, first registered on 3 June 1965.

Is FJB 591C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJB 591C shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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