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P397 RRT

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,454 mi
Last recorded26,454 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP397 RRT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 26,454 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 26,095 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 24,868 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 24,868 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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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P397 RRT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P397 RRT, 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 P397 RRT registered?

P397 RRT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P397 RRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P397 RRT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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