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R678 TPX

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,110 mi
Last recorded20,110 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR678 TPX
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 20,110 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 20,102 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 19,872 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 19,851 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 19,485 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 17,553 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 17,553 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 15,428 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 14,491 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 26 Mar 2010 13,315 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 13,315 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 12,447 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 10,810 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 10,809 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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R678 TPX 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 85.7%.

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 R678 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 R678 TPX registered?

R678 TPX is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R678 TPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R678 TPX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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