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P994 GBC

1997 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,314 mi
Last recorded6,314 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP994 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 6,314 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2021 6,314 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 6,234 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 6,234 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected fouls tank ,traps hand (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2009 6,229 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 6,229 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 6,181 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 6,181 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 5,822 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Aug 2006 5,822 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 5,618 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2005 5,608 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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P994 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P994 GBC, 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 P994 GBC registered?

P994 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P994 GBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P994 GBC shows 12 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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