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P338 MRV

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,630 mi
Last recorded42,630 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP338 MRV
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 42,630 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 42,335 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 41,886 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 40,856 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 39,402 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 37,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 35,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 35,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 34,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 33,624 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 32,432 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

head light covers removed for test

Pass 8 Aug 2009 31,260 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 May 2008 30,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

gear change loose !!

Fail 7 May 2008 30,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

gear change loose !!

Pass 11 Apr 2007 29,119 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 26,760 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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P338 MRV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P338 MRV, 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 P338 MRV registered?

P338 MRV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 19 April 1997.

Is P338 MRV safe to buy?

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