CarVerify

Free Car Check

R979 GWC

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,921 mi
Last recorded50,921 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR979 GWC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 50,921 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 49,471 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 49,209 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 49,189 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 May 2023 47,659 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

one tail lamp blown

Pass 5 Nov 2020 44,899 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 43,561 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 40,476 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 40,476 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 37,225 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 36,037 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 34,293 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 33,559 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 29,574 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 29,574 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 29,418 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 28,667 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 21,402 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 19,205 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 17,872 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
Full Triumph Daytona reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R979 GWC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R979 GWC, 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

How do I check the history of R979 GWC?

You can check the full history of R979 GWC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R979 GWC registered?

R979 GWC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R979 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R979 GWC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R979 GWC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R979 GWC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.