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R256 YCR

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,112 mi
Last recorded27,112 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 YCR
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 27,112 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 27,112 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 24,221 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 24,206 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 24,206 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 23,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 23,665 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 23,270 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 22,963 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 21,987 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 20,978 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 18,355 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 18,355 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2007 15,743 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 15,666 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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R256 YCR is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R256 YCR, 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 YCR registered?

R256 YCR is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is R256 YCR safe to buy?

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