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KE51 VZA

2001 Triumph Daytona 955I

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

47,865 mi
Last recorded47,865 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Daytona 955I15,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 VZA
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona 955I
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 47,865 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess suspension linkages have slight play and require lube (5.3.3 (d))

Rear rear shock body looks corroded but no visual leaks

Pass 13 May 2025 47,083 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 45,629 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 May 2024 45,615 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 May 2023 45,084 miles

Front wheel bearings slightly rough

Pass 22 Apr 2022 42,776 miles

Front wheel bearings slightly rough

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Mar 2017 39,108 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

elephant trunks insecure

radiator secured with wire

Fail 30 Mar 2017 39,108 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

elephant trunks insecure

radiator secured with wire

Fail 21 Mar 2017 39,108 miles

Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Brake performance not tested Burst brake pipe front (3.3)

Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.2.B2a)

Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly Cable broken (6.2.1f)

Airbox intake insecure

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component has been modified. Master cylinder bracket (3.1.5)

Radiator secured with wire

Pass 17 Mar 2016 34,035 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front indicator taped on but secure

bolt missing from headlamp/ clocks bracket

radiator bracket broken and secured with lock wire

Fail 9 Mar 2016 34,035 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Upper engine bolt bent and insecure

Offside Front indicator taped on but secure

bolt missing from headlamp/ clocks bracket

radiator bracket broken and secured with lock wire

Pass 11 Mar 2015 29,434 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 25,553 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 22,058 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Mar 2013 22,021 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 18,546 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 15,922 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 14,837 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 11,279 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Triumph Daytona 955I?

Based on 1,279 MOT tests across 180 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
530
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Headlamp aim too low 8
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
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KE51 VZA is a 2001 Triumph Daytona 955I in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Daytona 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 15,501 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 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE51 VZA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Daytona 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Triumph Daytona 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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KE51 VZA is a 2001 Triumph Daytona 955I, first registered on 22 October 2001.

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