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R31 EGU

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,796 mi
Last recorded24,796 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 EGU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 24,796 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 23,753 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 23,677 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 23,494 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 May 2014 23,494 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 23,294 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 22,903 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 22,903 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 22,503 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 20,785 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

rear brake pads old/rusty advise replace due to age?

Pass 5 Jun 2008 20,534 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 20,534 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 20,064 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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R31 EGU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R31 EGU, 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 R31 EGU registered?

R31 EGU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R31 EGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 EGU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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