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N353 PUW

1996 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

69,624 mi
Last recorded69,624 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Daytona25,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN353 PUW
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 69,624 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 69,582 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 68,283 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 65,762 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 62,421 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 62,421 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 59,108 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 56,027 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 50,883 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 47,923 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 47,174 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 46,462 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 45,857 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2013 45,808 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front pads worn

Pass 22 Nov 2012 44,410 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 43,627 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 43,577 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 42,197 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 41,538 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 41,489 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Nov 2008 41,066 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 39,852 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 39,038 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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N353 PUW is a 1996 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N353 PUW, 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 N353 PUW?

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What year was N353 PUW registered?

N353 PUW is a 1996 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N353 PUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N353 PUW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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