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OAB 154K

1971 Triumph Daytona

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,912 mi
Last recorded69,912 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph Daytona7,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAB 154K
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 69,912 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 69,887 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 69,887 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 69,609 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 2,852 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 2,728 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 2,728 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Centre Front Upper Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Rear Lower Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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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OAB 154K is a 1971 Triumph Daytona in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 7,973 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 OAB 154K, 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 55 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 OAB 154K registered?

OAB 154K is a 1971 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 31 December 1971.

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The MOT history for OAB 154K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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