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W126 VLW

2000 Triumph Daytona

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,597 mi
Last recorded40,597 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 Triumph Daytona19,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW126 VLW
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 40,597 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 38,203 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 34,470 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 34,082 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 6 Apr 2012 34,082 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 33,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Mar 2011 33,463 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 32,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 32,760 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 30,582 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 26,563 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 26,563 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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W126 VLW is a 2000 Triumph Daytona in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 19,518 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 W126 VLW, 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 26 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W126 VLW registered?

W126 VLW is a 2000 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 27 June 2000.

Is W126 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W126 VLW shows 12 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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