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R303 UYA

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,732 mi
Last recorded10,732 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 UYA
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2026 10,732 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 10,623 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 10,297 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 9,894 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 9,675 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 9,303 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 8,648 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 8,041 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 6,938 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 6,508 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 6,419 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 6,415 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 6,026 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 5,683 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 4,834 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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R303 UYA is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R303 UYA, 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 R303 UYA registered?

R303 UYA is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R303 UYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R303 UYA shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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