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P123 BFX

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,632 mi
Last recorded33,632 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP123 BFX
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2014 33,632 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 33,625 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 31,376 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 26,636 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 26,105 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 24,657 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 22,940 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 19,816 miles

both front discs have slight movement on rivets

Pass 28 Jun 2006 18,350 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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P123 BFX is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 21,584 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 P123 BFX, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P123 BFX registered?

P123 BFX is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 5 March 1997.

Is P123 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P123 BFX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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