CarVerify

Free Car Check

R349 LUT

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,758 mi
Last recorded31,758 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR349 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2024 31,758 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 29,424 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 27,841 miles

Rear indicators close together

Pass 8 May 2018 26,447 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 25,462 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 25,462 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 23,357 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 19,969 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 19,941 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 19,857 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 18,801 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 16,825 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 15,611 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 14,520 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 14,520 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 11,799 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 11,695 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
Full Triumph Daytona reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R349 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 21,167 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 R349 LUT, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R349 LUT?

You can check the full history of R349 LUT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R349 LUT registered?

R349 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R349 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R349 LUT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R349 LUT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R349 LUT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.