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R595 DBJ

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

43,909 mi
Last recorded43,909 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR595 DBJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 43,909 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 43,310 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 42,659 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 41,874 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 40,205 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 38,216 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 36,177 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 35,479 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 34,633 miles

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

advise further investigation into rear brake travel

Pass 17 Apr 2010 33,554 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 32,073 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 32,061 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2008 29,911 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 27,008 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2007 26,902 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 23,135 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2006 23,092 miles

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

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

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

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

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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R595 DBJ is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R595 DBJ, 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 R595 DBJ registered?

R595 DBJ is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R595 DBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R595 DBJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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