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P638 OBY

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

21,400 mi
Last recorded21,400 miles
Recorded on19 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP638 OBY
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2012 21,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

n/s mirror missing

Pass 12 May 2011 16,261 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 May 2011 16,261 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2010 13,945 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 29 Apr 2010 13,945 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 11,171 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 11,049 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Mar 2007 11,049 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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P638 OBY is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P638 OBY, 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 P638 OBY registered?

P638 OBY is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P638 OBY safe to buy?

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