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R526 BVV

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,433 mi
Last recorded30,433 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR526 BVV
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 30,433 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,013 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 29,854 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 29,512 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 28,891 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

exhaust noise

Pass 2 May 2019 27,835 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 27,120 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 27,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 May 2012 26,920 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2011 26,829 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2007 26,810 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 26,193 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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R526 BVV 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 100%.

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 R526 BVV, 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 R526 BVV registered?

R526 BVV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R526 BVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R526 BVV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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