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J700 FOD

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,380 mi
Last recorded29,380 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ700 FOD
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 29,380 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 28,972 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 28,972 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 28,907 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 28,783 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 28,595 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 28,271 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 28,083 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 28,083 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 27,573 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 2,704 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2016 26,024 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 24,549 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 24,549 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 23,509 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 22,740 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 21,561 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 19,935 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 14 May 2011 19,923 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 16,841 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 13,385 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 11,558 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 11,553 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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J700 FOD is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J700 FOD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J700 FOD registered?

J700 FOD is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 5 October 1997.

Is J700 FOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J700 FOD shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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