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R688 EGP

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,060 mi
Last recorded32,060 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR688 EGP
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 32,060 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 30,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2023 29,730 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 26,873 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 25,887 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Cut in tyre.

Pass 27 Sep 2019 25,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 22,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Sep 2018 22,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 21,363 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 21,363 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 21,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 21,041 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. loose (6.2.1g)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Brake pedal insecure brake pin missing from rear brake pedal (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 21,016 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 5 Jul 2013 20,619 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 20,290 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 20,076 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 20,063 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 20,060 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 19,940 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 19,937 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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R688 EGP is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R688 EGP, 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 R688 EGP registered?

R688 EGP is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R688 EGP safe to buy?

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