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J489 KAF

1991 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,494 mi
Last recorded65,494 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1991 Triumph Daytona27,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ489 KAF
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 65,494 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 64,717 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 64,680 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 63,610 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 62,535 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 61,278 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 60,770 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 60,174 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 58,544 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 57,305 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 55,245 miles

Offside 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))

Pass 29 Apr 2009 55,245 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 53,048 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 50,975 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 3 May 2007 50,975 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 48,728 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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J489 KAF is a 1991 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1991 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 27,509 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 J489 KAF, 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 35 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J489 KAF registered?

J489 KAF is a 1991 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J489 KAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J489 KAF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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