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R488 JGH

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,668 mi
Last recorded24,668 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 JGH
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 24,668 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 24,554 miles

horn switch tempermental

Pass 18 Jun 2013 24,365 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 24,187 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011
Pass 25 Jun 2010 23,756 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 23,099 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 23,073 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 21,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 21,460 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 21,445 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Mar 2006 20,548 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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R488 JGH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R488 JGH, 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 R488 JGH registered?

R488 JGH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R488 JGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R488 JGH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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