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R801 BTU

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,188 mi
Last recorded24,188 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR801 BTU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2011 24,188 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 23,814 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 23,004 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

offside headlight does not illuminate on main beam

Pass 7 Mar 2008 22,013 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2008 22,013 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

right headlight does not illuminate on main beam

Pass 8 Mar 2007 20,346 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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R801 BTU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R801 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 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 R801 BTU registered?

R801 BTU is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R801 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R801 BTU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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