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S474 RHJ

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,935 mi
Last recorded19,935 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS474 RHJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 19,935 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 19,891 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 19,839 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 19,796 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 19,796 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2014 19,773 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 May 2013 18,311 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 18,311 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 May 2012 18,279 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 18,217 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 18,212 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 17,508 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 17,508 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2007 15,813 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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S474 RHJ is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S474 RHJ, 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 S474 RHJ registered?

S474 RHJ is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S474 RHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S474 RHJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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