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P197 VTC

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,427 mi
Last recorded23,427 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP197 VTC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2015 23,427 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 22,116 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 19,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 18,978 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 18,978 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 18,247 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 16,735 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 16,595 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 15,676 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 14,099 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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P197 VTC is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P197 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 P197 VTC registered?

P197 VTC is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P197 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P197 VTC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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