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R71 SFJ

1998 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,354 mi
Last recorded26,354 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR71 SFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 26,354 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm tread depth at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 26,293 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 26,230 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 26,035 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 25,745 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 24,954 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 23,959 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 22,658 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 21,645 miles

Handlebars get closer to Fairing on LH Lock - but still room for a hand

Slight Movement where Rear Brake caliper is keyed to Hub - but positively held

Pass 9 Jun 2012 20,487 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 19,269 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 18,229 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 16,273 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 16,273 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 15,976 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 14,982 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2006 12,541 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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R71 SFJ is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 R71 SFJ, 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 R71 SFJ registered?

R71 SFJ is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R71 SFJ safe to buy?

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