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S62 DHR

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

30,716 mi
Last recorded30,716 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS62 DHR
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 30,716 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 30,629 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 30,574 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 30,462 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 30,190 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 30,148 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 28,805 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 28,385 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 28,385 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 25,346 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 24,956 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 24,956 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 23,986 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 23,826 miles

rear brake efficiency rather low

Fail 17 Oct 2011 23,826 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

rear brake efficiency rather low

Pass 28 Oct 2010 22,303 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 21,436 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 20,173 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 18,472 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 16,858 miles

Rear 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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S62 DHR is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 S62 DHR, 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 S62 DHR registered?

S62 DHR is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 September 1998.

Is S62 DHR safe to buy?

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