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R81 VAM

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,821 mi
Last recorded22,821 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR81 VAM
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 22,821 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 22,315 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 21,034 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 20,193 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 19,227 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 19,186 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 19,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 18,957 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 May 2010 18,629 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 18,285 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 17,581 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 16,721 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 14,664 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 14,664 miles

Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

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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R81 VAM is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R81 VAM, 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 R81 VAM registered?

R81 VAM is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R81 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R81 VAM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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