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R188 AOV

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

7,905 mi
Last recorded7,905 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR188 AOV
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 7,905 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 7,905 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 7,377 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 7,151 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2022 7,151 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 7,012 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 6,933 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 6,732 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 6,478 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 6,234 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 6,165 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 6,156 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 5,826 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 5,349 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 4,924 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 4,839 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 4,839 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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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R188 AOV is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R188 AOV, 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 R188 AOV registered?

R188 AOV is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 16 July 1998.

Is R188 AOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R188 AOV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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