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R838 LGP

1998 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,266 mi
Last recorded35,266 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR838 LGP
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 35,266 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 35,143 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 34,817 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 34,504 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened advised to replace soon due to bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 33,889 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 33,351 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 32,057 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 32,057 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 29,895 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 29,895 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2016 28,986 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 27,464 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 26,373 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 26,139 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 25,961 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 25,793 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 24,651 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 24,255 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 23,092 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 21,744 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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R838 LGP is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R838 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 R838 LGP registered?

R838 LGP is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 9 June 1998.

Is R838 LGP safe to buy?

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