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M538 JTA

1994 Triumph Daytona

Orange Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

43,777 mi
Last recorded43,777 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Daytona30,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM538 JTA
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1994
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 43,777 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 43,107 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 42,370 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 40,350 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 38,325 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 37,058 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 34,988 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 33,423 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 31,986 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 29,954 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 29,954 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 27,695 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 26,504 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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M538 JTA is a 1994 Triumph Daytona in Orange with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 30,260 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 M538 JTA, 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 32 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M538 JTA registered?

M538 JTA is a 1994 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 26 November 1994.

Is M538 JTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M538 JTA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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