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R817 LGP

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,002 mi
Last recorded32,002 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR817 LGP
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2026 32,002 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 31,949 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 31,820 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 31,820 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 31,752 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 31,685 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 31,668 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 31,610 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 31,582 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 29,663 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 29,446 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 29,440 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 29,195 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 6 Feb 2010 28,917 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 27,550 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 25,723 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2006 22,970 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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R817 LGP is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R817 LGP, 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 R817 LGP registered?

R817 LGP is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R817 LGP safe to buy?

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