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R782 LEL

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,341 mi
Last recorded15,341 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR782 LEL
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 15,341 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 14,757 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 14,390 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 14,176 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 13,960 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 13,409 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 13,040 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 12,879 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011
Fail 26 Aug 2011 11,385 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 10,754 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 5,654 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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R782 LEL is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R782 LEL, 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 R782 LEL registered?

R782 LEL is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R782 LEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R782 LEL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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