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R29 XAV

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

27,975 mi
Last recorded27,975 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 XAV
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 27,975 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 27,888 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 27,804 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 27,770 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 27,709 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 27,631 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 27,347 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 27,088 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 26,834 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 26,526 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 26,054 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 25,629 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 25,007 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 24,205 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 23,675 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 23,675 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 22,977 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 22,016 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 20,971 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 19,985 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 18,660 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 18,549 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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R29 XAV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R29 XAV, 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 R29 XAV registered?

R29 XAV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R29 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 XAV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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