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P8 SSG

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,985 mi
Last recorded33,985 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 SSG
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 33,985 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 33,985 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 8 May 2024 33,930 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 33,924 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 33,813 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 33,377 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 33,357 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 32,896 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 32,797 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 32,611 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 31,853 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 31,853 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2011 27,918 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 20,874 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 20,874 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 14,764 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 14,344 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 20,951 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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P8 SSG is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P8 SSG, 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 P8 SSG registered?

P8 SSG is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is P8 SSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 SSG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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