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R997 KUT

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,421 mi
Last recorded47,421 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR997 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2024 47,421 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 47,133 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 46,527 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 45,879 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 43,814 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 42,222 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 40,837 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 39,182 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 37,762 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 36,083 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 35,515 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 35,507 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2007
Pass 10 Feb 2006 24,749 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 24,749 miles

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

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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R997 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 86.7%.

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 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 R997 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.

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What year was R997 KUT registered?

R997 KUT is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R997 KUT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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