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J556 HCW

1991 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,369 mi
Last recorded25,369 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 1991 Triumph Daytona27,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ556 HCW
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 25,369 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2020 25,355 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2018 25,317 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 25,289 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 25,256 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 25,080 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 24,868 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 24,733 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 24,733 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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J556 HCW is a 1991 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 J556 HCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J556 HCW registered?

J556 HCW is a 1991 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 16 August 1991.

Is J556 HCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J556 HCW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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