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R302 CJW

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,519 mi
Last recorded3,519 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR302 CJW
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 3,519 miles

Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 3,510 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 33,448 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 3,202 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 3,164 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 2,962 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2019 2,962 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp and Dash wiring messy and loose, could cause issues with steering

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 22,186 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 21,915 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 21,602 miles

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

advise front disc bobbins

Pass 18 Apr 2013 21,285 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 20,963 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 20,605 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2011 20,605 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 18,655 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 17,990 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 17,433 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,303 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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R302 CJW is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R302 CJW, 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 R302 CJW registered?

R302 CJW is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 26 August 1997.

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