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R303 XFL

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,256 mi
Last recorded27,256 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 XFL
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 27,256 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 27,256 miles

Brake component insecure brake fluid reservoir (1.1.21 (c))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 27,096 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 26,369 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 25,418 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 24,824 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 24,388 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 24,256 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 24,256 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 23,954 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 23,396 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2010 20,330 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 16,053 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 13,204 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 13,150 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 XFL 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 86.7%.

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 R303 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 R303 XFL registered?

R303 XFL is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R303 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R303 XFL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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