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T488 EKX

1999 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

60,180 mi
Last recorded60,180 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Daytona19,905 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT488 EKX
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 60,180 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 58,464 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive stiff links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 57,344 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 55,327 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 53,824 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 51,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 47,673 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 44,974 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 41,318 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 38,467 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 35,567 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 30,637 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 28,582 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 28,582 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 25,945 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 23,951 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 22,906 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 21,871 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 21,871 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 21,312 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 20,292 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 19,558 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 17,715 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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T488 EKX is a 1999 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 19,905 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 T488 EKX, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T488 EKX registered?

T488 EKX is a 1999 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 4 August 1999.

Is T488 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T488 EKX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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