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R646 FGJ

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

16,698 mi
Last recorded16,698 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR646 FGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 16,698 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 16,698 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 16,205 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 16,107 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 15,975 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 15,577 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 15,413 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 15,328 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 14,825 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 14,753 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 13,776 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 13,725 miles

rear brake anchor has play

rear hugger mount is broken

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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R646 FGJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R646 FGJ, 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 R646 FGJ registered?

R646 FGJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R646 FGJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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