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R638 FDX

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,878 mi
Last recorded28,878 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR638 FDX
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 28,878 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 28,878 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2022 28,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2013 28,271 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 27,498 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 26,552 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2006 25,557 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 25,557 miles

Rear 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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R638 FDX is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R638 FDX, 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 R638 FDX registered?

R638 FDX is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is R638 FDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R638 FDX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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