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P287 UWP

1997 Triumph Daytona

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,301 mi
Last recorded37,301 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 UWP
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 37,301 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 36,995 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 36,562 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2020 36,552 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2016 35,986 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 34,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2008 32,794 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 32,794 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2007 31,223 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 31,223 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2006 29,021 miles

1 of 2 tail lamps inoperative

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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P287 UWP is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 P287 UWP, 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 P287 UWP registered?

P287 UWP is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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