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R779 TKN

1997 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

17,215 mi
Last recorded17,215 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 TKN
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2020 17,215 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 17,055 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 16,726 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 16,568 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 16,428 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 16,428 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 14,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 12,466 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 9,608 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 9,596 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 8,963 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 8,397 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 7,188 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Mar 2009 7,146 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 7,140 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 6,240 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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R779 TKN is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 R779 TKN, 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 R779 TKN registered?

R779 TKN is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 25 September 1997.

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