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WA53 OBU

2003 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,275 mi
Last recorded19,275 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Daytona15,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 OBU
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 19,275 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 19,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 18,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 18,463 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated coated in oil (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 16,711 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Upper split fairing round headlight

Pass 17 Jul 2021 16,376 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 16,142 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 15,858 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 15,853 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 15,845 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 15,171 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 14,596 miles

drive chain slider warn to excess (chain fouling swingarm)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 13,298 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 12,906 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

number plate light does not work

Pass 22 Apr 2009 11,967 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 11,240 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 10,459 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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WA53 OBU is a 2003 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,770 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 WA53 OBU, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA53 OBU registered?

WA53 OBU is a 2003 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 13 December 2003.

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