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XWA 421

1956 Triumph TR2

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,712 mi
Last recorded81,712 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1956 Triumph TR227,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWA 421
MakeTriumph
ModelTR2
Year1956
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 81,712 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 81,196 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 81,085 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 81,015 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 80,833 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 80,716 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 80,442 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 80,101 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 79,802 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 79,181 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 79,181 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 78,145 miles

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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XWA 421 is a 1956 Triumph TR2 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1956 Triumph TR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 27,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XWA 421, 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 70 years old, this Triumph TR2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XWA 421 registered?

XWA 421 is a 1956 Triumph TR2, first registered on 17 May 1956.

Is XWA 421 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWA 421 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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