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DGR 79

1996 Triumph TR2

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,539 mi
Last recorded11,539 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGR 79
MakeTriumph
ModelTR2
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2006 11,539 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 11,539 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Triumph TR2?

Based on 2,204 MOT tests across 346 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
424
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
346
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41
brake recording little or no effort 28
brake binding 26
Braking system leaking 23
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DGR 79 is a 1996 Triumph TR2 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Triumph TR2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DGR 79, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR2 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 30 years old, this Triumph TR2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DGR 79 registered?

DGR 79 is a 1996 Triumph TR2, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is DGR 79 safe to buy?

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