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LJ54 HTA

2004 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

56,133 mi
Last recorded56,133 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Daytona14,375 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 HTA
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 56,133 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 52,299 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 50,510 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2023 50,510 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 44,899 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 44,899 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 40,808 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 40,808 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 38,624 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 35,218 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 30,272 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 29,031 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 28,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebars close to fairing on full lock.

Handlebars close to fuel tank on full lock.

Pass 24 Oct 2015 28,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 28,076 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 25,155 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 24,879 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 23,532 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear mudguard insecure

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Sep 2011 23,495 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 22,631 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 22,631 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 21,573 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 16,654 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 16,654 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 12,031 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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LJ54 HTA is a 2004 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 LJ54 HTA, 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.

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LJ54 HTA is a 2004 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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