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TCT 755J

1971 Triumph Herald

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,483 mi
Last recorded86,483 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1971 Triumph Herald51,082 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCT 755J
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 86,483 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 85,521 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 85,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake application uneven low (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 84,933 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 84,933 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 84,846 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 84,837 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 84,205 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 84,910 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 84,814 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 84,791 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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TCT 755J is a 1971 Triumph Herald in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TCT 755J, 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 TCT 755J registered?

TCT 755J is a 1971 Triumph Herald, first registered on 5 May 1971.

Is TCT 755J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCT 755J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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