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KV53 MLZ

2003 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

40,400 mi
Last recorded40,400 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Daytona15,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 MLZ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 40,400 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 39,225 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 37,496 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 37,304 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 36,629 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 36,626 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2020 33,679 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 29,450 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2016 25,848 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 20,877 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 20,877 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 16,151 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 12,614 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 12,614 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 17,254 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 9,759 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2009 8,834 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 8,064 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 7,205 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 7,205 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 6,063 miles

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

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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KV53 MLZ is a 2003 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,770 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 KV53 MLZ, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KV53 MLZ registered?

KV53 MLZ is a 2003 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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