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S479 KCW

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,411 mi
Last recorded27,411 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS479 KCW
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 27,411 miles

clutch cable wrong adjustment

Pass 30 Jun 2022 26,425 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 25,301 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2021 25,300 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 24,835 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 24,108 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2015 23,331 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 23,255 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 23,204 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 23,160 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 23,126 miles

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 28 May 2010 22,903 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 22,773 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 22,637 miles

Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Jan 2006 20,662 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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S479 KCW is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S479 KCW, 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 S479 KCW registered?

S479 KCW is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 6 October 1998.

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