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R616 FPU

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

13,430 mi
Last recorded13,430 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR616 FPU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 13,430 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 13,411 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 13,411 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 12,593 miles

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

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

Throttle cable worn

Pass 14 Aug 2012 12,580 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 12,508 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 12,474 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2009 12,174 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 11,901 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 11,901 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 11,421 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 11,418 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2006 10,972 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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R616 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R616 FPU, 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 R616 FPU registered?

R616 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R616 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R616 FPU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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