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S438 CGK

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

56,692 mi
Last recorded56,692 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS438 CGK
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 56,692 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 56,475 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 56,162 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 55,864 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 55,050 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 55,050 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 52,616 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 52,590 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 51,531 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2013 51,527 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 49,333 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 49,328 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 46,564 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2011 46,544 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 43,702 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 40,474 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 12 Nov 2008 40,454 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 38,129 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 34,873 miles

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

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

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

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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S438 CGK is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 S438 CGK, 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 S438 CGK registered?

S438 CGK is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 September 1998.

Is S438 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S438 CGK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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