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P57 XGP

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

11,169 mi
Last recorded11,169 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP57 XGP
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 11,169 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 11,130 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 11,092 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 11,051 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 11,011 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 10,961 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 10,818 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

bolt missing rear tail section

Pass 12 Aug 2013 10,646 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 10,358 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 10,053 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear stop light switch sticking

Pass 18 Jun 2010 9,798 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 9,522 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 8,890 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 8,890 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 8,110 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 2 Jun 2007 8,110 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 7,330 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 7,318 miles

Chain tight

Rear Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 7,318 miles

Chain tight

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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P57 XGP is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P57 XGP, 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 P57 XGP registered?

P57 XGP is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P57 XGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P57 XGP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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