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R669 TPX

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,830 mi
Last recorded43,830 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR669 TPX
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 43,830 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 43,019 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 42,800 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 40,334 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 39,733 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 38,761 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 37,728 miles

Nearside headlamp not working on main beam

Pass 28 May 2016 37,703 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 36,614 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2013 35,197 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 33,422 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 31,624 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 30,936 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 26,995 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 25,562 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 25,207 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R669 TPX is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R669 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R669 TPX registered?

R669 TPX is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R669 TPX safe to buy?

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