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M26 OUT

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,568 mi
Last recorded26,568 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM26 OUT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 26,568 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 26,494 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 26,459 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 26,411 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 26,297 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 26,136 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 25,702 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 25,692 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 25,162 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 25,071 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 24,892 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 24,787 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 24,186 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 23,825 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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M26 OUT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 21,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M26 OUT, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M26 OUT registered?

M26 OUT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is M26 OUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M26 OUT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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