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P185 VTC

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,029 mi
Last recorded20,029 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP185 VTC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 20,029 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 19,988 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 18,628 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 17,999 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 17,999 miles

Centre Rear Lower Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 17,033 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 16,140 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 16,140 miles

Offside Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 7 Apr 2012 13,911 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 13,911 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 11,642 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 11,402 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 11,182 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 10,622 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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P185 VTC is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 P185 VTC, 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 P185 VTC registered?

P185 VTC is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P185 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P185 VTC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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