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R255 YAH

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,323 mi
Last recorded24,323 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 YAH
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 24,323 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 24,200 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 24,034 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 23,828 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 23,367 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 23,072 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 22,683 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 22,683 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 22,192 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 21,796 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 21,448 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 21,448 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 21,107 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 20,393 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 20,393 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 20,593 miles

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

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

rear hugger slightly insecure

Pass 29 May 2010 19,832 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 18,896 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 18,687 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 18,224 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2005 17,729 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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R255 YAH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R255 YAH, 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 R255 YAH registered?

R255 YAH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R255 YAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R255 YAH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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