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P984 SUC

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

36,124 mi
Last recorded36,124 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP984 SUC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 36,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 35,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2025 35,832 miles

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 34,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 34,179 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 33,611 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 33,560 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 33,560 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 30,633 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2019 30,633 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 30,623 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2008 28,847 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 28,014 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 26,829 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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P984 SUC is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 P984 SUC, 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 P984 SUC registered?

P984 SUC is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 25 April 1997.

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The MOT history for P984 SUC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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