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R43 SLU

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,330 mi
Last recorded33,330 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 SLU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 33,330 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 31,765 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 30,108 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 28,796 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 28,796 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 28,394 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 27,377 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

gearchange linkage worn

Pass 13 Apr 2010 25,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 24,156 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 23,003 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))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2007 21,055 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 19,637 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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R43 SLU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R43 SLU, 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 R43 SLU registered?

R43 SLU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 2 August 1997.

Is R43 SLU safe to buy?

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