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N458 VBU

1996 Triumph Daytona

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

2,137 mi
Last recorded2,137 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Daytona25,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN458 VBU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 2,137 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 1,927 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 652 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 638 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 63,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 63,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 63,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 63,018 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 62,995 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 62,641 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 62,416 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 623,899 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 62,192 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 62,192 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 61,961 miles

check tyre pressure

front pads getting low

small crack in front tyre

Pass 9 May 2009 59,950 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 59,228 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 57,007 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 48,682 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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N458 VBU is a 1996 Triumph Daytona in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 N458 VBU, 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.

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What year was N458 VBU registered?

N458 VBU is a 1996 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N458 VBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N458 VBU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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