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P688 VGP

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,961 mi
Last recorded49,961 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP688 VGP
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 49,961 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 49,733 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 49,425 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 49,071 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 48,308 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 47,322 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 47,322 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 46,619 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 45,509 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 44,608 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 43,485 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 43,485 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Jun 2007 41,798 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2007 41,798 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 39,935 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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P688 VGP is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P688 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 P688 VGP registered?

P688 VGP is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P688 VGP safe to buy?

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