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S156 MFP

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,223 mi
Last recorded29,223 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS156 MFP
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2012 29,223 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 28,435 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 28,418 miles

Offside Front Upper Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2010 27,125 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 26,756 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2007 26,727 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 25,918 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2006 25,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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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S156 MFP is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 S156 MFP, 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 S156 MFP registered?

S156 MFP is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 21 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S156 MFP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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