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P79 XGC

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

17,003 mi
Last recorded17,003 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP79 XGC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 17,003 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 16,993 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 16,918 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 16,798 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 16,577 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 16,312 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 16,187 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 15,468 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 15,454 miles

Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort possible sticking and badly worn rear brake lever (3.3.A1c)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 15,297 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 15,084 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 14,653 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 14,369 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 14,107 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Wet test ( Rainy Day)

o/s/r position light not working

Pass 18 Jun 2010 13,528 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2010 13,513 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 May 2009 12,371 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 11,722 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 11,152 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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P79 XGC 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 89.5%.

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 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 P79 XGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P79 XGC registered?

P79 XGC is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is P79 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P79 XGC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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