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R259 YAH

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

24,388 mi
Last recorded24,388 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR259 YAH
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 24,388 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 24,361 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 24,159 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 24,048 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 24,015 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 23,988 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 23,903 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 23,903 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 23,876 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 23,548 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 23,431 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 23,299 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 22,810 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 22,474 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 21,929 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 21,343 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 21,343 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 20,907 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 19,886 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 19,064 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 19,064 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 18,136 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 17,131 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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R259 YAH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R259 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 R259 YAH registered?

R259 YAH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R259 YAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R259 YAH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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