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Triumph T 595 Daytona Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Triumph T 595 Daytona reliable? We analysed 1,168 real MOT tests across 233 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,168 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.1%
Typical Mileage
18,849mi
Annual Mileage
454mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
29yrs

The Triumph T 595 Daytona 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 stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph T 595 Daytona.

Triumph T 595 Daytona Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Triumph T 595 Daytona. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Triumph T 595 Daytona MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Triumph T 595 Daytona to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

79.2%
1999
85.8%
1998
82.9%
1997

Triumph T 595 Daytona Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Triumph T 595 Daytona 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 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 8
Drive chain excessively loose 8
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 7
Horn not working 7
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6

Triumph T 595 Daytona Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Triumph T 595 Daytona owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
113 mi/yr
Typical
454 mi/yr
Average
1,131 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,309 mi/yr

Triumph T 595 Daytona MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph T 595 Daytona year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1999 53 79.2% 11,762 19,131 27,484
1998 423 85.8% 11,322 16,977 21,811
1997 665 82.9% 15,479 20,780 26,534

How Long Does a Triumph T 595 Daytona Last?

Based on 233 Triumph T 595 Daytona vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.1 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
29 years

Triumph T 595 Daytona Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Triumph T 595 Daytona MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
18,849 mi
75th Percentile
25,262 mi
95th Percentile
37,953 mi
Max Recorded
63,600 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph T 595 Daytona

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

Best year
1998

85.8% MOT pass rate from 423 tests

Year to avoid
1999

79.2% MOT pass rate from 53 tests

The best year to buy a used Triumph T 595 Daytona is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.8% across 423 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Triumph T 595 Daytona Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Triumph T 595 Daytona THIS CAR 84.1% 1,168 18,849 mi 29 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
Peugeot Rifter Allure Premium B-hdi Ss 83% 394 24,310 mi — yrs

Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph T 595 Daytona trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Triumph T 595 Daytona?

The Triumph T 595 Daytona has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.1% across 1,168 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 T 595 Daytona are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (17 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (12), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (11). 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 T 595 Daytona owner drives around 454 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 T 595 Daytona models stay on UK roads for around 29 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 T 595 Daytona — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Triumph T 595 Daytona reliable?
Based on 1,168 MOT tests, the Triumph T 595 Daytona has a 84.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Triumph T 595 Daytona?
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 stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Triumph T 595 Daytona do per year?
The typical Triumph T 595 Daytona does around 454 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Triumph T 595 Daytona last?
Most Triumph T 595 Daytona models stay on UK roads for around 29 years based on our analysis of 233 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Triumph T 595 Daytona?
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 T 595 Daytona?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Triumph T 595 Daytona is 1998 with a 85.8% pass rate across 423 tests.