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R388 UNT

1997 Triumph Daytona

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,512 mi
Last recorded7,512 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR388 UNT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 7,512 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 7,472 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 7,470 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 7,468 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 7,466 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Control 2 (brake pedal) switch fouling or faulty. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2014 7,123 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2014 7,123 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 7,037 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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R388 UNT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R388 UNT, 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 R388 UNT registered?

R388 UNT is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R388 UNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R388 UNT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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