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J587 AYG

1991 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

39,362 mi
Last recorded39,362 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Triumph Daytona27,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ587 AYG
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 39,362 miles

chain dry

Fail 16 Mar 2026 39,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

chain dry

Pass 20 Sep 2024 37,856 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 37,832 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 37,722 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 37,609 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 37,605 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 36,796 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 36,761 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 36,761 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 35,441 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 34,979 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 29 May 2010 34,979 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 34,628 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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J587 AYG is a 1991 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 J587 AYG, 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 J587 AYG registered?

J587 AYG is a 1991 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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