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R559 TLD

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,503 mi
Last recorded6,503 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR559 TLD
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 6,503 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 6,503 miles

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 6,497 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 6,077 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 5,811 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 5,271 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 4,953 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 4,953 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 4,815 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 4,815 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 4,347 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 3,460 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 2,829 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 2,688 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 1,850 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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R559 TLD is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R559 TLD, 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 R559 TLD registered?

R559 TLD is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 23 April 1998.

Is R559 TLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R559 TLD 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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