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YOD 242K

1978 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

224 mi
Last recorded224 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOD 242K
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 224 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Oct 2016 58 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 29 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 29 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 1 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 12,079 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 12,076 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 12,076 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 Nov 2011

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Nov 2011
Pass 16 Apr 2010 12,067 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 12,068 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 12,012 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 11,910 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 11,770 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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YOD 242K is a 1978 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YOD 242K, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YOD 242K registered?

YOD 242K is a 1978 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 23 November 1978.

Is YOD 242K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOD 242K shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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