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L30 BMV

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

13,672 mi
Last recorded13,672 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL30 BMV
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 13,672 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 13,659 miles

Stop lamp not working with front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2024 13,611 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 May 2024 13,610 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 13,393 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 13,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Dec 2012 12,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 12,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 12,576 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 12,571 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 12,048 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 12,048 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2009 9,761 miles

front tyre slightley perished

Pass 11 Jun 2008 9,730 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 9,728 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

l/h rear side lamp not working

Pass 23 May 2007 9,575 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 9,575 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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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L30 BMV is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 21,167 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 L30 BMV, 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 28 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 L30 BMV registered?

L30 BMV is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 14 April 1998.

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