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R791 AGC

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

7,177 mi
Last recorded7,177 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR791 AGC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2020 7,177 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 7,137 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 7,087 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2015 7,065 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2015 7,065 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 6,957 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 6,611 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 6,611 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Dec 2012 5,671 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 5,671 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 4,718 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 2,085 miles

Slight wear,front disc mounting bobbins

Fail 24 Aug 2010 2,085 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Slight wear,front disc mounting bobbins

Pass 6 Mar 2009 8 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 2 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 35,908 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 31,714 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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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R791 AGC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R791 AGC, 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 R791 AGC registered?

R791 AGC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R791 AGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R791 AGC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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