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R257 YCR

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

23,144 mi
Last recorded23,144 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 YCR
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2013 23,144 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 18,628 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 18,624 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 18,624 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 18,327 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 18,327 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 15,729 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 15,729 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 14,508 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 20 Jun 2007 14,508 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 13,911 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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R257 YCR is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R257 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 R257 YCR registered?

R257 YCR is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R257 YCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 YCR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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