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S401 KFJ

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,603 mi
Last recorded13,603 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS401 KFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 13,603 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 13,429 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 13,190 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 13,036 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 12,291 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 12,291 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 11,702 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 10,831 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 10,117 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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S401 KFJ is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S401 KFJ, 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 S401 KFJ registered?

S401 KFJ is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S401 KFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S401 KFJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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