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R556 PWO

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,509 mi
Last recorded27,509 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 PWO
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 27,509 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 27,383 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 27,027 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 26,688 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 25,911 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 25,797 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 25,797 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 25,692 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 24,707 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2009 24,204 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2008 23,088 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 21,561 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 21,561 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 May 2006 20,344 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 20,344 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R556 PWO is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R556 PWO, 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 R556 PWO registered?

R556 PWO is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R556 PWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 PWO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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