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R71 OKH

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

25,468 mi
Last recorded25,468 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR71 OKH
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 25,468 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 25,308 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 25,010 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 24,959 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 24,959 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 24,907 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 24,518 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 24,518 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 23,731 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 23,033 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 22,783 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 22,188 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 21,685 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 20,939 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 20,939 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 20,641 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 20,477 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 20,477 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2010 19,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 19,119 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 19,119 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 13 May 2008 18,264 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 18,264 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 3 May 2007 17,388 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2007 17,388 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 15,967 miles

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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R71 OKH is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 R71 OKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R71 OKH registered?

R71 OKH is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R71 OKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R71 OKH shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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