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P279 ETV

1997 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,117 mi
Last recorded20,117 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 ETV
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2015 20,117 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 19,410 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 18,962 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 18,485 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 18,145 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 17,990 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 17,445 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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P279 ETV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P279 ETV, 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 P279 ETV registered?

P279 ETV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P279 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P279 ETV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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