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R38 EGY

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,591 mi
Last recorded25,591 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR38 EGY
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 25,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 25,494 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 25,380 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 25,210 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 24,972 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 24,727 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 24,410 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 23,764 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 23,423 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 23,208 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 22,805 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 22,417 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 22,338 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 22,070 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 21,054 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 20,663 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 20,140 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 19,680 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2006 19,104 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 19,104 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Oct 2005 16,724 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Oct 2005 16,724 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R38 EGY is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R38 EGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R38 EGY registered?

R38 EGY is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R38 EGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R38 EGY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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