1962 Triumph Herald 1200 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Herald 1200 models manufactured in 1962, based on 359 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1962 Triumph Herald 1200 vintage page → (74.3% current pass rate)1962 Triumph Herald 1200 MOT Analysis
The 1962 Triumph Herald 1200 has an MOT pass rate of 73.5% based on 359 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 44,682 miles on the odometer. With a 26.5% failure rate, the 1962 Herald 1200 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1962 Triumph Herald 1200 is Tyres, responsible for 0.6% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre.
Top failures specific to 1962 models only. The overall Herald 1200 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 0.6% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 44,682 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.12 | 0.6% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1962 Triumph Herald 1200 has an MOT pass rate of 73.5% based on 359 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 44,682 miles on the odometer. With a 26.5% failure rate, the 1962 Herald 1200 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1962 Triumph Herald 1200, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With relatively low average mileage of 44,682 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 0.6% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.6% of MOT failures on 1962 Triumph Herald 1200 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.