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V831 DGJ

1999 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,732 mi
Last recorded20,732 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Triumph Daytona19,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV831 DGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 20,732 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 17,643 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 16,560 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 15,374 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 15,373 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 12,802 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 12,802 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 9,331 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 9,330 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 9,323 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 26 May 2008 8,663 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 5,647 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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V831 DGJ is a 1999 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V831 DGJ, 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 V831 DGJ registered?

V831 DGJ is a 1999 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 23 November 1999.

Is V831 DGJ safe to buy?

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