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V279 DGK

1999 Triumph Daytona

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,882 mi
Last recorded43,882 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2010
Typical for 1999 Triumph Daytona19,905 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV279 DGK
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2010 43,882 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 35,669 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 30,391 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 30,391 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2007 10,113 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005

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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V279 DGK is a 1999 Triumph Daytona in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 V279 DGK, 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 V279 DGK registered?

V279 DGK is a 1999 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V279 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V279 DGK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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