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R770 BTU

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

40,400 mi
Last recorded40,400 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR770 BTU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 40,400 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 39,691 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 39,688 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 Apr 2010 39,686 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

oil cooler pipes corroded

rear hugger rubbing on tyre

Pass 5 Mar 2009 33,440 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 31,184 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 29,618 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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R770 BTU is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R770 BTU, 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 R770 BTU registered?

R770 BTU is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R770 BTU safe to buy?

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