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P198 LKL

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,714 mi
Last recorded30,714 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP198 LKL
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 30,714 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 28,823 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 25,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake requires excessive pressure to apply stop lamp

Pass 7 Sep 2021 21,934 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 21,934 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 19,771 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 18,721 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 18,439 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 17,280 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 17,223 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 17,223 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 17,180 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 17,066 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 16,923 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 16,881 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 16,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 May 2010 16,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 May 2009 16,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 16,303 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 15,917 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 15,685 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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P198 LKL is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P198 LKL, 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 P198 LKL registered?

P198 LKL is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P198 LKL safe to buy?

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