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P23 VSU

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,166 mi
Last recorded14,166 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP23 VSU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 14,166 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 14,157 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 14,147 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 12,987 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 12,581 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 11,934 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 May 2010 11,676 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 11,349 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,047 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 10,686 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 10,670 miles

SLIGHT SIDE PLAY ON REAR WHEEL BEARINGS .NOT EXCESSIVE

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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P23 VSU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P23 VSU, 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 P23 VSU registered?

P23 VSU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 28 March 1997.

Is P23 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P23 VSU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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