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BUF 215L

1972 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,773 mi
Last recorded1,773 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph Daytona9,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUF 215L
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2018 1,773 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2017 1,768 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 1,179 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 1,137 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 1,135 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Daytona?

Based on 136,043 MOT tests across 13,242 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
13,242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,695
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 925
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 777
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 759
Headlamp aim too low 534
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BUF 215L is a 1972 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 9,043 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Daytona fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BUF 215L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Daytona typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BUF 215L registered?

BUF 215L is a 1972 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is BUF 215L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUF 215L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BUF 215L have outstanding finance?

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