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R266 LSC

1998 Triumph Daytona

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,625 mi
Last recorded17,625 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR266 LSC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 17,625 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2018 17,515 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 17,270 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 16,972 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 16,928 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 16,528 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 16,528 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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R266 LSC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R266 LSC, 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 R266 LSC registered?

R266 LSC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R266 LSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R266 LSC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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