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MEA 357L

1972 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,778 mi
Last recorded18,778 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Daytona9,043 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEA 357L
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2017 18,778 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 18,133 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 17,852 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 16,462 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 15,203 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 49,482 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 47,801 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 46,248 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 44,142 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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MEA 357L is a 1972 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 9,043 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 MEA 357L, 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 54 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MEA 357L registered?

MEA 357L is a 1972 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is MEA 357L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEA 357L shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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