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TDZ 955

1998 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,803 mi
Last recorded25,803 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDZ 955
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 25,803 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 25,362 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 24,369 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 24,369 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2019 23,435 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 23,435 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 23,344 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 23,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 22,947 miles

Exhaust noisy unable to see manufacturing plate but exhaust close to limit on tick over (7.1.2)

Horn effected by poor earth in indicator bulb

Fail 3 May 2016 22,947 miles

Direction indicators not working loose connection or bad earth (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy unable to see manufacturing plate but exhaust close to limit on tick over (7.1.2)

Horn effected by poor earth in indicator bulb

Pass 7 May 2015 22,550 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 21,493 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 21,493 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 21,228 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 20,856 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 20,293 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 19,229 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 18,243 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 16,274 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 15,702 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 15,316 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 14,077 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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TDZ 955 is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TDZ 955, 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

How do I check the history of TDZ 955?

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What year was TDZ 955 registered?

TDZ 955 is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is TDZ 955 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDZ 955 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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