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R359 BHT

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

30,709 mi
Last recorded30,709 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 BHT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 30,709 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 20,494 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 20,494 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 20,342 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,915 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 19,915 miles

Nearside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 19,216 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 19,208 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 19,208 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 19,070 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 18,795 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 18,795 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2011 18,251 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 16,786 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 16,370 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 16,370 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2008 15,838 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 15,838 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 15,644 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 15,369 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 15,369 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2005 14,135 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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R359 BHT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 R359 BHT, 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 R359 BHT registered?

R359 BHT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R359 BHT safe to buy?

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