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VSJ 931

1961 Triumph Herald

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,750 mi
Last recorded12,750 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 1961 Triumph Herald53,829 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSJ 931
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2015 12,750 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 12,533 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 12,156 miles

front brakes slightly binding on

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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VSJ 931 is a 1961 Triumph Herald in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Triumph Herald models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 53,829 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 VSJ 931, 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 65 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 VSJ 931?

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What year was VSJ 931 registered?

VSJ 931 is a 1961 Triumph Herald, first registered on 1 September 1961.

Is VSJ 931 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSJ 931 shows 3 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 VSJ 931 have outstanding finance?

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