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R988 DUA

1997 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

13,457 mi
Last recorded13,457 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Daytona21,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR988 DUA
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 13,457 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 13,392 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 13,329 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 13,104 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 12,947 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 12,880 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 12,768 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 12,389 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 12,389 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 12,148 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 11,743 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 11,261 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 11,261 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 10,911 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 10,611 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 10,425 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 May 2009 10,425 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 10,193 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 9,247 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 8,883 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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R988 DUA is a 1997 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R988 DUA, 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 R988 DUA registered?

R988 DUA is a 1997 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R988 DUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R988 DUA 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.

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