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P189 XNJ

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

16,095 mi
Last recorded16,095 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP189 XNJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 16,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2024 16,040 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 15,109 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 14,931 miles

CUSH DRIVE ASSEMBLY IS SLIGHTLY WORN.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 14,813 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 14,719 miles

Headlights are taped.

Pass 13 Mar 2012 14,580 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 13,753 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 13,744 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 May 2009 13,236 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 29 May 2009 13,236 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 12,990 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2007 12,990 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 12,611 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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P189 XNJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc 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 P189 XNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P189 XNJ registered?

P189 XNJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P189 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P189 XNJ 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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