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P879 OCS

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,667 mi
Last recorded27,667 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP879 OCS
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 27,667 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 27,667 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 27,561 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 27,561 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2017 26,301 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 24,825 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 22,481 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 20,629 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 18,004 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 15,267 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 14,365 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 May 2008 14,365 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 13,250 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 11,818 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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P879 OCS is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P879 OCS, 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 P879 OCS registered?

P879 OCS is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P879 OCS safe to buy?

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