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R509 AOV

1997 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,602 mi
Last recorded21,602 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 AOV
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 21,602 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 21,593 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

fairing mounting exposed

speedo cable fowling front wheel

Pass 15 Apr 2022 21,275 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 20,270 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 20,141 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 19,892 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 19,801 miles

clutch dragging

Pass 12 Jul 2017 19,790 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 18,960 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 18,906 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 17,361 miles

plat noted at rear wheel

Pass 15 May 2014 16,199 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 15,184 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 13,794 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 13,794 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 13,411 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 13,410 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 12,835 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 11,600 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 10,927 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 9,962 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 9,429 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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R509 AOV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R509 AOV, 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 R509 AOV registered?

R509 AOV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R509 AOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 AOV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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