Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Herald Translander Mirage?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Herald Translander Mirage?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Herald Translander Mirage?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Herald Translander Mirage reliable?

Based on MOT data from 102 vehicles, the 2021 Herald Translander Mirage has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Herald Translander Mirage?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Herald Translander Mirage (2021)

102 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.9% first-time pass rate

2021 Herald Translander Mirage

CarHunch analysed 102 real MOT records for the 2021 Herald Translander Mirage. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2021 Herald Translander Mirage has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 33.7%, far below the UK average of 80%, which signals serious reliability concerns. Only 4.9% have recorded dangerous defects, so safety issues aren't the primary worry—instead, these vehicles are simply failing for multiple minor and moderate faults that should have been addressed before test.

With a median mileage of only 3,460 miles for a three-year-old vehicle, these are exceptionally low-use cars, yet they're still failing at more than double the normal rate. The average car carries 0.16 failures and 0.4 advisories; this suggests chronic build quality or maintenance issues rather than wear-and-tear, so before buying one, budget for remedial repairs and get a pre-purchase inspection focused on electrical systems and trim fitment.

We have limited data for the 2021 Herald Translander Mirage — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

83.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

4.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.16

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–6k

For context

These stats describe 102 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 102 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Herald Translander Mirage vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

3,460

typical

1,854

low mileage

5,793

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Herald Translander Mirage vehicles fall between 1,854 and 5,793 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 1,854 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 1,854–5,793 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Herald Translander Mirages sit.

⚠ Over 7,820 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.16

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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