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P759 WGJ

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,149 mi
Last recorded22,149 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP759 WGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 22,149 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 21,988 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 21,094 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 20,933 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 20,380 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 16 Apr 2012 20,289 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 20,046 miles

O/s passanger footrest missing. No passanger seat at time of test

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Slight play in rear lower suspension linkage

Pass 24 Jul 2010 19,485 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

o/s/r footpeg missing ( single seat fitted )

Pass 26 Jun 2009 17,497 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 16,204 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2007 15,328 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 13,984 miles

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

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

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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P759 WGJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P759 WGJ, 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 P759 WGJ registered?

P759 WGJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 20 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P759 WGJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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