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FCH 997

1954 Triumph TR2

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,152 mi
Last recorded47,152 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1954 Triumph TR240,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCH 997
MakeTriumph
ModelTR2
Year1954
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 47,152 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 45,732 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 44,217 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 43,666 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 41,867 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 41,306 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 41,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 36,919 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 36,919 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FCH 997 is a 1954 Triumph TR2 in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1954 Triumph TR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 40,182 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 TR2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FCH 997, 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 72 years old, this Triumph TR2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FCH 997?

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What year was FCH 997 registered?

FCH 997 is a 1954 Triumph TR2, first registered on 25 June 1954.

Is FCH 997 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCH 997 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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