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P900 DTA

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,150 mi
Last recorded16,150 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP900 DTA
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 16,150 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2026 16,150 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2025 16,079 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 16,019 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2022 15,997 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 15,512 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 15,512 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2019 14,973 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 14,607 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 14,378 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 14,115 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2015 14,115 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 14,057 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 13,640 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 13,389 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 12,959 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 12,959 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2005 11,871 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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P900 DTA 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 77.8%.

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 P900 DTA, 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

How do I check the history of P900 DTA?

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What year was P900 DTA registered?

P900 DTA is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P900 DTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P900 DTA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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