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R256 OGC

1998 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,593 mi
Last recorded41,593 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 OGC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 41,593 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 41,495 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 40,179 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 39,237 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 38,788 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 38,776 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 37,175 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 36,078 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 35,515 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 35,301 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 34,685 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 33,947 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 33,165 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 32,927 miles

drive chain requires adjustment

Fail 15 Jun 2009 32,927 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

drive chain requires adjustment

Pass 13 May 2008 32,166 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 31,362 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight play in rear hub assembly

uneven front tyre wear

Pass 3 Apr 2006 30,197 miles

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

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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R256 OGC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R256 OGC, 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 R256 OGC registered?

R256 OGC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R256 OGC safe to buy?

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