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R940 KRY

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,503 mi
Last recorded19,503 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR940 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 19,503 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 19,069 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 18,651 miles

This is a motorcycle sidecar combination

Pass 22 Mar 2023 18,385 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 18,045 miles

This is a motorcycle/sidecar combination

Pass 2 Jun 2020 17,859 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 17,703 miles

this vehicle is fitted with sidecar

Pass 8 Dec 2017 17,391 miles

this vechile is fitted with a sidecar

Fail 6 Dec 2017 17,376 miles

Front Upper Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

this vechile is fitted with a sidecar

Pass 7 Jun 2013 17,092 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 16,415 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 16,359 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 16,241 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 16,051 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 15,811 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 15,652 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 15,353 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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R940 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R940 KRY, 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 R940 KRY registered?

R940 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R940 KRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R940 KRY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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