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R226 NAY

1998 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,988 mi
Last recorded40,988 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 NAY
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 40,988 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 40,909 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 40,563 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 39,508 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 38,235 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 36,074 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 34,382 miles

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

Rear hugger insecure and has a hole in it!

Pass 23 Apr 2014 32,847 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 30,713 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 May 2012 27,568 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2011 25,273 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 22,815 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 5 Mar 2010 22,815 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Oct 2008 20,910 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 19,336 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 17,172 miles

slight movement in rear brake caliper mounting bracket

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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R226 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R226 NAY, 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 R226 NAY registered?

R226 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 13 July 1998.

Is R226 NAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 NAY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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