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R601 LUT

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

29,345 mi
Last recorded29,345 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR601 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 29,345 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Nov 2023 29,345 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 27,051 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 25,760 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2017 25,760 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2016 25,572 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2016 25,572 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2015 23,972 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 23,821 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2014 22,335 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 22,335 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 20,210 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 17,286 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

nearside footrest slightley loose

one rear position light bulb blown

Pass 9 Mar 2011 13,165 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 12,678 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 11,019 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 7,959 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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R601 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R601 LUT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R601 LUT registered?

R601 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R601 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R601 LUT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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