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R281 FNB

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,889 mi
Last recorded15,889 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 FNB
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 15,889 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 14,468 miles

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

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 14,466 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 14,276 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 13,811 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

drive chain in need of lubrication

Pass 3 Aug 2009 13,414 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 11,662 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 8,554 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2007 8,543 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 8,490 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2006 8,483 miles

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

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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R281 FNB is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 R281 FNB, 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 R281 FNB registered?

R281 FNB is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R281 FNB safe to buy?

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