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R12 JWH

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,584 mi
Last recorded33,584 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 JWH
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 33,584 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 33,492 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 32,384 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 31,473 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 29,660 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 29,660 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 27,743 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 25,539 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 25,539 miles

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

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2007 22,197 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 17,567 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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R12 JWH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R12 JWH, 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 R12 JWH registered?

R12 JWH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R12 JWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 JWH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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