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R62 SLU

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,669 mi
Last recorded32,669 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 SLU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 32,669 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 32,425 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 32,425 miles

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2016 32,389 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 32,328 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 32,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 32,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 31,938 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 31,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake spongy

Pass 31 Jul 2010 31,649 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 31,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 30,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 30,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

brake lever needs a small amount of pumping to operate full potential

Pass 8 Jul 2006 28,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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R62 SLU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R62 SLU, 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 R62 SLU registered?

R62 SLU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R62 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R62 SLU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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