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R898 GRF

1997 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,320 mi
Last recorded19,320 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR898 GRF
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 19,320 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 19,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2017 19,186 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 19,013 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 19,007 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 18,715 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 18,533 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 18,307 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 18,105 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 17,729 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 16,967 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 16,967 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 16,467 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 16,264 miles

Advise Rear Brake Caliper binding slightly.

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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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R898 GRF is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R898 GRF, 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 R898 GRF registered?

R898 GRF is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R898 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R898 GRF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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