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Triumph Daytona 955I Ss Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Triumph Daytona 955I Ss reliable? We analysed 958 real MOT tests across 112 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 958 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.1%
Typical Mileage
15,150mi
Annual Mileage
766mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
24yrs

The Triumph Daytona 955I Ss is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Daytona 955I Ss.

Triumph Daytona 955I Ss Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Triumph Daytona 955I Ss. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Triumph Daytona 955I Ss MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Triumph Daytona 955I Ss to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.3%
2007
88.4%
2006
90.1%
2005
90.2%
2004
86%
2003
94.4%
2002

Triumph Daytona 955I Ss Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Triumph Daytona 955I Ss fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 4
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 4
Registration plate incorrect 3
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 3

Triumph Daytona 955I Ss Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Triumph Daytona 955I Ss owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
206 mi/yr
Typical
766 mi/yr
Average
1,343 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,772 mi/yr

Triumph Daytona 955I Ss MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Daytona 955I Ss year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2007 103 91.3% 10,880 13,984 20,280
2006 329 88.4% 8,728 17,334 32,220
2005 141 90.1% 7,414 13,781 24,221
2004 174 90.2% 5,068 10,751 21,167
2003 121 86.0% 9,592 13,145 19,991
2002 54 94.4% 16,428 21,789 52,747

How Long Does a Triumph Daytona 955I Ss Last?

Based on 112 Triumph Daytona 955I Ss vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.2 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
24 years

Triumph Daytona 955I Ss Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Daytona 955I Ss MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
15,150 mi
75th Percentile
24,858 mi
95th Percentile
46,075 mi
Max Recorded
63,032 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph Daytona 955I Ss

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2002

94.4% MOT pass rate from 54 tests

Year to avoid
2003

86.0% MOT pass rate from 121 tests

The best year to buy a used Triumph Daytona 955I Ss is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.4% across 54 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Triumph Daytona 955I Ss Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Triumph Daytona 955I Ss THIS CAR 89.1% 958 15,150 mi 24 yrs
Triumph Bonneville 90.1% 235,206 7,823 mi 53 yrs
Triumph Tiger 90.6% 196,853 17,026 mi 32 yrs
Triumph Sprint 87.3% 158,613 21,242 mi 33 yrs
Sym Jet 100 77.1% 376 13,440 mi 26 yrs

Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Daytona 955I Ss trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Triumph Daytona 955I Ss?

The Triumph Daytona 955I Ss has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.1% across 958 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Triumph Daytona 955I Ss are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (10 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (7), and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (4). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Triumph Daytona 955I Ss owner drives around 766 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Triumph Daytona 955I Ss models stay on UK roads for around 24 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Triumph Daytona 955I Ss — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Triumph Daytona 955I Ss reliable?
Based on 958 MOT tests, the Triumph Daytona 955I Ss has a 89.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Triumph Daytona 955I Ss?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Triumph Daytona 955I Ss do per year?
The typical Triumph Daytona 955I Ss does around 766 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Triumph Daytona 955I Ss last?
Most Triumph Daytona 955I Ss models stay on UK roads for around 24 years based on our analysis of 112 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Triumph Daytona 955I Ss?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Triumph Daytona 955I Ss?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Triumph Daytona 955I Ss is 2002 with a 94.4% pass rate across 54 tests.