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N48 KYG

1996 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

30,695 mi
Last recorded30,695 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 1996 Triumph Daytona25,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN48 KYG
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 30,695 miles

centre stand catching exhaust

Fail 27 Nov 2024 30,695 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp incorrect colour yellow (4.1.4 (a))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock right hand lock causes revs to rise (2.1.4 (a))

centre stand catching exhaust

Pass 30 May 2023 28,863 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 28,778 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 28,707 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 28,519 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 28,452 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 28,088 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 27,279 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 26,529 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 26,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 25,325 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 25,282 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Gear lever slightly loose

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 23,591 miles

Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

intermitant "creak" noise coming from rear suspension

Pass 1 Apr 2009 23,591 miles

intermitant "creak" noise coming from rear suspension

Pass 6 Mar 2008 21,467 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 21,467 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 18,476 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 16,322 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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N48 KYG is a 1996 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 N48 KYG, 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 N48 KYG?

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What year was N48 KYG registered?

N48 KYG is a 1996 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N48 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N48 KYG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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