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R552 LYG

1998 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,534 mi
Last recorded41,534 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR552 LYG
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2013 41,534 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 41,534 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fairing Bracket Mounting Bolts loose Bolt missing from Chain Guide

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 15 Jun 2012 30,335 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 30,335 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 24,044 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 24,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 3 Jun 2008 21,806 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 21,806 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 19,882 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 15,142 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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R552 LYG is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 R552 LYG, 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 R552 LYG registered?

R552 LYG is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R552 LYG safe to buy?

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