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FGL 243

1955 Triumph TR2

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,879 mi
Last recorded7,879 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1955 Triumph TR225,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGL 243
MakeTriumph
ModelTR2
Year1955
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 7,879 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 7,809 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 7,399 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 6,471 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 5,415 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 4,143 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 2,606 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 61 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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FGL 243 is a 1955 Triumph TR2 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 Triumph TR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 25,565 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 FGL 243, 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 71 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 FGL 243 registered?

FGL 243 is a 1955 Triumph TR2, first registered on 13 October 1955.

Is FGL 243 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGL 243 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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