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S295 BDM

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,101 mi
Last recorded33,101 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS295 BDM
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 33,101 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 32,950 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 32,852 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 32,811 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 32,590 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake disc floats worn

Pass 2 May 2013 32,350 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 30 Apr 2013 32,336 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Aug 2012 32,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 32,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 23,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 21 Sep 2009 23,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 13,231 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 12,662 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,862 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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S295 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S295 BDM, 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 S295 BDM registered?

S295 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S295 BDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S295 BDM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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