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XBD 29

1979 Triumph TR2

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

60,576 mi
Last recorded60,576 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBD 29
MakeTriumph
ModelTR2
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 60,576 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 59,860 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 59,435 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 58,972 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 58,886 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 58,584 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 58,013 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 56,785 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 55,555 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 54,392 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 52,521 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 50,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 49,337 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 48,732 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 47,696 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 47,144 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 47,144 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 46,200 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 46,123 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 45,477 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 45,477 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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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XBD 29 is a 1979 Triumph TR2 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 XBD 29, 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 47 years old, this Triumph TR2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XBD 29 registered?

XBD 29 is a 1979 Triumph TR2, first registered on 29 October 1979.

Is XBD 29 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBD 29 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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