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P672 VGP

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

51,453 mi
Last recorded51,453 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP672 VGP
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 51,453 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 51,537 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 49,674 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Caliper mount bracket seems worn and moves more than others

Pass 12 Sep 2017 48,338 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 48,272 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 47,097 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 47,019 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 47,015 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 45,033 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 41,159 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 40,350 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 40,344 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 35,326 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 34,407 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 31,197 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 26,311 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 25,320 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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P672 VGP is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P672 VGP, 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 P672 VGP registered?

P672 VGP is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is P672 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P672 VGP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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