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K517 VKP

1993 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,563 mi
Last recorded39,563 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1993 Triumph Daytona30,990 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK517 VKP
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 39,563 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 39,558 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2017 38,274 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 2 Sep 2017 38,274 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 36,797 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 36,273 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 36,273 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2014 36,122 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 35,222 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 35,222 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 33,701 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 31,121 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 31,118 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 30,899 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2009 30,899 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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K517 VKP is a 1993 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 30,990 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 K517 VKP, 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 33 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K517 VKP registered?

K517 VKP is a 1993 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K517 VKP safe to buy?

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