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P856 WGF

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,469 mi
Last recorded15,469 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP856 WGF
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 15,469 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 15,334 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 15,268 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 15,221 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 15,217 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 15,217 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 15,179 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 15,176 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,176 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 15,051 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 15,005 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 14,189 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 14,077 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 13,588 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 13,076 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 13,076 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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P856 WGF is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P856 WGF, 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 P856 WGF registered?

P856 WGF is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P856 WGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P856 WGF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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