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L398 UTC

1994 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

13,895 mi
Last recorded13,895 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Daytona30,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL398 UTC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 13,895 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 13,832 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 13,518 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 13,518 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect forks compress but do not rebound (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2021 13,517 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 13,516 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2019 13,516 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 13,511 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 13,415 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 13,403 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 13,200 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 13,060 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 13,039 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 13,039 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 12,943 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 12,673 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 12,423 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 12,371 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 12,302 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 12,244 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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L398 UTC is a 1994 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 30,260 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 L398 UTC, 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 32 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L398 UTC registered?

L398 UTC is a 1994 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 March 1994.

Is L398 UTC safe to buy?

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