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LJ08 EKW

2008 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,063 mi
Last recorded26,063 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Triumph Daytona12,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 EKW
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine675cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 26,063 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 26,063 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Rear brake control sticking (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2020 24,435 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 21,809 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 19,638 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 19,126 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2016 19,126 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 18,413 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 17,370 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 15,778 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 15,778 miles

Nearside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 12,833 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 10,059 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 7,909 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2011 7,909 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

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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LJ08 EKW is a 2008 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 12,367 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 LJ08 EKW, 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 18 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ08 EKW registered?

LJ08 EKW is a 2008 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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