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R830 EYJ

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,971 mi
Last recorded46,971 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR830 EYJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 46,971 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2025 46,880 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 46,215 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 45,323 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2011 45,316 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 43,526 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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R830 EYJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc 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 R830 EYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R830 EYJ registered?

R830 EYJ is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R830 EYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R830 EYJ 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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