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P842 UGK

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

35,626 mi
Last recorded35,626 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP842 UGK
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 35,626 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 35,464 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 35,464 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted Bolt loose calliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 34,158 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 35,032 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 35,024 miles

Centre Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 34,724 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 34,038 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

near side front foot rest slightly lose

Pass 7 Feb 2008 33,839 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2008 33,839 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2007 33,827 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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P842 UGK is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P842 UGK, 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 P842 UGK registered?

P842 UGK is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 27 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P842 UGK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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