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N494 RFJ

1995 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

33,671 mi
Last recorded33,671 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Daytona28,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN494 RFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 33,671 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2025 33,472 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 33,025 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 32,804 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 32,617 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 32,429 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 32,195 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 May 2018 32,195 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 31,938 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016 31,662 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 31,390 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 31,026 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 30,590 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 30,265 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 29,685 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 29,685 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 29,197 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 28,710 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 28,289 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 28,020 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 27,265 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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N494 RFJ is a 1995 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 28,184 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 N494 RFJ, 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 31 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 N494 RFJ registered?

N494 RFJ is a 1995 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N494 RFJ safe to buy?

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