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TRF 521G

1969 Triumph Herald

Red Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,999 mi
Last recorded1,999 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2005
Typical for 1969 Triumph Herald51,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRF 521G
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2005 1,999 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 1,999 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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TRF 521G is a 1969 Triumph Herald in Red with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1969 Triumph Herald models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 51,291 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 659 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TRF 521G, 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 57 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 TRF 521G?

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What year was TRF 521G registered?

TRF 521G is a 1969 Triumph Herald, first registered on 1 February 1969.

Is TRF 521G safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRF 521G shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRF 521G have outstanding finance?

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