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P578 XCW

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,391 mi
Last recorded20,391 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP578 XCW
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 20,391 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 20,006 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 19,767 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2022 18,580 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

mask fitted to head lamp for beam kick-up

no indicators fitted @ time of test

Pass 16 Apr 2018 18,559 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 17,666 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 16,966 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 16,417 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 17 May 2013 16,417 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 15,924 miles

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

headlamp very slight kick to right

with front wheel raised front brake hose tight

Pass 6 Nov 2010 14,377 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 12,280 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 10,952 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 10,700 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 10,440 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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P578 XCW is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P578 XCW, 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 P578 XCW registered?

P578 XCW is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P578 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P578 XCW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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