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R801 VDV

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,187 mi
Last recorded25,187 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR801 VDV
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 25,187 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 25,016 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 24,702 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 24,330 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 24,079 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 23,788 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2013 23,769 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 20,868 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 18,053 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 16,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 14,534 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 12,806 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 11,105 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 VDV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 R801 VDV, 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 VDV registered?

R801 VDV is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 16 August 1997.

Is R801 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R801 VDV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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