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R663 TPX

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,710 mi
Last recorded23,710 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR663 TPX
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 23,710 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 23,686 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 23,636 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 23,385 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2013 23,373 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 23,308 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 22,766 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 21,434 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 19,250 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 17,579 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2006 13,801 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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R663 TPX is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R663 TPX, 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 R663 TPX registered?

R663 TPX is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R663 TPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R663 TPX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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