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S738 CFC

1998 Triumph Daytona

Grey Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

22,949 mi
Last recorded22,949 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS738 CFC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 22,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 22,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear suspension extremly hard(suspect seizing up or over adjusted)

Fail 15 Apr 2023 28,840 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements volume too low (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear suspension extremly hard(suspect seizing up or over adjusted)

Pass 5 Apr 2022 22,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose rear mounting missing but is reasonably secure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear brake fluid reservoir not secure

Pass 12 Dec 2020 22,548 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 22,245 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 22,245 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 22,178 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 21,660 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 21,660 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 21,132 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 19,924 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 19,410 miles

rear brake binding

Pass 9 Mar 2012 18,815 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 17,428 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 16,122 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 16,079 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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S738 CFC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Grey with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 S738 CFC, 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 S738 CFC registered?

S738 CFC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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