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Y438 DAB

2001 Triumph Daytona

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

28,094 mi
Last recorded28,094 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Daytona18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY438 DAB
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 28,094 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 27,937 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 27,446 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 27,006 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 25,698 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 24,648 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 24,385 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2020 24,385 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 22,773 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 21,377 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 20,733 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 20,118 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 19,433 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 17,339 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 14,595 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 12,631 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 8,625 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 8,126 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2006 2,058 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 2,058 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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Y438 DAB is a 2001 Triumph Daytona in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,596 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 Y438 DAB, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y438 DAB is a 2001 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y438 DAB safe to buy?

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