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P289 VGN

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,343 mi
Last recorded24,343 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP289 VGN
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 24,343 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 24,324 miles

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 24,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside indicator flashing faster than o/s due to led fitted front n/s

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

Pass 8 May 2013 24,122 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 23,577 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 21,935 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 20,396 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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P289 VGN is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P289 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 P289 VGN registered?

P289 VGN is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 3 May 1997.

Is P289 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P289 VGN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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