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R949 KUT

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,543 mi
Last recorded58,543 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR949 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 58,543 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2022 58,542 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 58,486 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 57,392 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 55,621 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 54,695 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 54,695 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 54,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

indicators starting to deterioate

Fail 27 Oct 2014 54,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

indicators starting to deterioate

Fail 29 Aug 2013 54,267 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 54,267 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 52,061 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 51,711 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 51,711 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2010 51,123 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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R949 KUT is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R949 KUT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R949 KUT registered?

R949 KUT is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 18 March 1998.

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