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KX54 VTE

2004 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,960 mi
Last recorded20,960 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Daytona14,375 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX54 VTE
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 20,960 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 20,533 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 20,530 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 20,179 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 20,160 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2023 19,702 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 19,237 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 18,769 miles

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

rear drive chain needs lubricant

Pass 6 Mar 2020 17,816 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 17,221 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 17,214 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 17,214 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 17,131 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 16,986 miles

drive chain joining link is a clip type ,soft link would be better.

Pass 10 Oct 2014 16,510 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 16,173 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 15,975 miles

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

spring type chain link fitted - soft link better.

Fail 30 Jul 2012 15,975 miles

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

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

spring type chain link fitted - soft link better.

Pass 8 Aug 2011 15,666 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 15,666 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 15,645 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 15,645 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 14,147 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 9,459 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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KX54 VTE is a 2004 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 14,375 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 KX54 VTE, 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 22 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX54 VTE registered?

KX54 VTE is a 2004 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 November 2004.

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