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S826 UBC

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,363 mi
Last recorded35,363 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS826 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2013 35,363 miles

no mirrors fitted at time of test

Fail 15 May 2013 35,363 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

no mirrors fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Jun 2012 33,057 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 31,781 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 31,781 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2010 29,589 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 26,805 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 23,953 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 23,953 miles

Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.2.B2a) DANGEROUS

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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S826 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S826 UBC, 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 S826 UBC registered?

S826 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 28 September 1998.

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The MOT history for S826 UBC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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