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R286 XFL

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,849 mi
Last recorded28,849 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 XFL
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2015 28,849 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 28,241 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2008 28,020 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 10,522 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 26,463 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 25,862 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

o/s lower fairing bolt missing.

Fail 17 Feb 2006 25,862 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

o/s lower fairing bolt missing.

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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R286 XFL is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 R286 XFL, 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 R286 XFL registered?

R286 XFL is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R286 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R286 XFL shows 7 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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