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P288 VGN

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

26,020 mi
Last recorded26,020 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP288 VGN
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 26,020 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 24,808 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 24,749 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 24,402 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 24,271 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 23,997 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 23,408 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 23,061 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 22,838 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 22,659 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 22,432 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 22,432 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 22,157 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 21,642 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 21,276 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 20,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2008 20,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2007 19,453 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 16,441 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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P288 VGN is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 P288 VGN, 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 P288 VGN registered?

P288 VGN is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 April 1997.

Is P288 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P288 VGN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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