CarVerify

Free Car Check

N297 BYD

1996 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,802 mi
Last recorded15,802 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 1996 Triumph Daytona25,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN297 BYD
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 15,802 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 15,572 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 15,572 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 14,834 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 12,078 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 12,078 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 11,800 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 10,941 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 10,238 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
Full Triumph Daytona reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N297 BYD is a 1996 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 25,788 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 N297 BYD, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N297 BYD?

You can check the full history of N297 BYD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N297 BYD registered?

N297 BYD is a 1996 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 5 February 1996.

Is N297 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N297 BYD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N297 BYD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N297 BYD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.