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AU53 EFE

2004 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

29,648 mi
Last recorded29,648 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Daytona14,375 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 EFE
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 29,648 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 29,613 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 29,529 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2024 29,529 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 29,433 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2022 29,433 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 28,785 miles

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

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

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

top yoke touches fuel tank on full lock

Pass 18 Aug 2020 28,728 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 28,508 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 26,848 miles

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

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

Top yoke just hits tank on full lock both ways

Top yoke nut tight but incorrect

Pass 7 Aug 2017 25,335 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Top yoke just hits tank on full lock both ways

Top yoke nut tight but incorrect

Pass 27 Jul 2016 25,049 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 23,425 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 22,899 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2013 22,206 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 28 Jun 2013 22,206 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 19,923 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 16,458 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 12,820 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 12,820 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Centre Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2009 11,119 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 11,119 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 7,462 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 6,342 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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AU53 EFE is a 2004 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 14,375 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 AU53 EFE, 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 22 years old, this Triumph Daytona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AU53 EFE is a 2004 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 February 2004.

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