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R494 JGH

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,823 mi
Last recorded7,823 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR494 JGH
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 7,823 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 7,791 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jul 2009 7,770 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 7,770 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 7,745 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 7,598 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 7,299 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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R494 JGH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R494 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.

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What year was R494 JGH registered?

R494 JGH is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R494 JGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R494 JGH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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