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S118 KJT

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,808 mi
Last recorded22,808 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS118 KJT
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 22,808 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 22,583 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 22,473 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 22,269 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 21,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 5 Apr 2014 21,930 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 21,491 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

no pillion footrests fitted, but no pillion seat fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Apr 2013 21,491 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

no pillion footrests fitted, but no pillion seat fitted at time of test

Pass 1 May 2012 20,734 miles

1 x Headlamp bulbs u/s (still 50% effective)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 May 2010 20,312 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlight operating on one side only (still 50% effective)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 19,017 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 18,972 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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S118 KJT is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S118 KJT, 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 S118 KJT registered?

S118 KJT is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 14 December 1998.

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