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P386 SMJ

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,104 mi
Last recorded20,104 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP386 SMJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 20,104 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2024 19,315 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 18,954 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 18,003 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 16,866 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 15,197 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 12,814 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 12,814 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 10,638 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 10,638 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 9,692 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 9,692 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 9,561 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 9,559 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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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P386 SMJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P386 SMJ, 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 P386 SMJ registered?

P386 SMJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 8 March 1997.

Is P386 SMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P386 SMJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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