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R548 DWS

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,121 mi
Last recorded18,121 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR548 DWS
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 18,121 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 17,891 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 17,733 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 17,262 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 16,712 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 15,574 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 15,538 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 14,866 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 14,817 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 14,756 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 14,753 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 14,553 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 14,512 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 15 Jul 2008 14,494 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 14,150 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 14,009 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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R548 DWS is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 21,167 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 R548 DWS, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R548 DWS registered?

R548 DWS is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R548 DWS safe to buy?

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