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J4 TRG

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,328 mi
Last recorded16,328 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 TRG
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 16,328 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 16,324 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 16,314 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 16,266 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2009 16,172 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 16,172 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 16,089 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 15,467 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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J4 TRG is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 21,584 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 J4 TRG, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J4 TRG registered?

J4 TRG is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 17 March 1997.

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