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P251 DUD

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,058 mi
Last recorded19,058 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP251 DUD
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 19,058 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2018 18,894 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2018 18,894 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 18,805 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 18,397 miles
Fail 26 May 2014 17,280 miles

Nearside Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Offside Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 26 May 2014 17,280 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 17,002 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 16,751 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 16,581 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 16,558 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 16,452 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 15,944 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 15,019 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 14,757 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 14,679 miles

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

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

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

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

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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P251 DUD is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P251 DUD, 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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P251 DUD is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 11 April 1997.

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