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P448 XGT

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,630 mi
Last recorded22,630 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP448 XGT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 22,630 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 22,303 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 22,012 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 21,800 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 21,181 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s discs have movement in floating rivots (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

slight play in rear cush drive rubbers

Pass 23 Apr 2021 20,209 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Apr 2021 20,209 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 20,177 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 18,704 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 17,639 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 14,271 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 14,124 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 13,374 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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P448 XGT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P448 XGT, 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 P448 XGT registered?

P448 XGT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P448 XGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P448 XGT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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