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S531 ATA

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,675 mi
Last recorded29,675 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS531 ATA
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 29,675 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 28,358 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2022 27,422 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 25,817 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 24,393 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 23,532 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 22,865 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 19,659 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 15,959 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 15,498 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 15,498 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 14,622 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 13,719 miles

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

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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S531 ATA is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 S531 ATA, 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 S531 ATA registered?

S531 ATA is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S531 ATA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S531 ATA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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