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R339 JDG

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

33,302 mi
Last recorded33,302 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR339 JDG
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 33,302 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2026 33,302 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 32,436 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 31,957 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 30,595 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 29,974 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 27,478 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 26,044 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 24,810 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 24,795 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 24,682 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 22,879 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

tyre pressures require checking

Pass 1 Jun 2010 21,355 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2009 21,003 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 19 May 2008 19,105 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 19,105 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2007 17,178 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 17,156 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 15,133 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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R339 JDG is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R339 JDG, 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 R339 JDG registered?

R339 JDG is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 8 December 1997.

Is R339 JDG safe to buy?

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