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NK53 DLX

2003 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

27,378 mi
Last recorded27,378 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Daytona15,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 DLX
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 27,378 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 May 2025 27,313 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 27,313 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2023 26,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2023 26,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 23,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2022 23,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 22,152 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 22,152 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 19,626 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 17,259 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 16 Feb 2019 17,258 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Apr 2015 17,168 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 17,168 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 183,399 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 16,496 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 15,882 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 15,445 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 15,002 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 14,278 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 12,178 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 12,178 miles

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

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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NK53 DLX is a 2003 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,770 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 NK53 DLX, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK53 DLX registered?

NK53 DLX is a 2003 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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