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R127 AEY

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

46,295 mi
Last recorded46,295 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR127 AEY
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 46,295 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 46,295 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 46,017 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 44,891 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 44,891 miles

Offside Handlebar retaining device loose end weight bolt (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 May 2022 42,977 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 40,201 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 37,952 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 37,952 miles

Nearside Handlebar fractured (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 33,415 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Scottoiler leaking oil

Fail 22 Mar 2018 33,409 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Scottoiler leaking oil

Pass 17 Mar 2017 31,103 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 29,586 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 27,784 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 26,331 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 23,798 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 20,426 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 50,190 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 41,018 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 32,804 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 32,783 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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R127 AEY is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R127 AEY, 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.

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What year was R127 AEY registered?

R127 AEY is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R127 AEY safe to buy?

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