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R286 PGC

1998 Triumph Daytona

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,436 mi
Last recorded31,436 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 PGC
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 31,436 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 31,436 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 31,302 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 31,298 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 30,751 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 30,199 miles

Rear Rear wheel hub has slight play

Pass 6 May 2016 29,234 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 28,870 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 25,814 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 25,628 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 25,528 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 25,528 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 25,528 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2005 23,972 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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R286 PGC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R286 PGC, 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 R286 PGC registered?

R286 PGC is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is R286 PGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R286 PGC shows 14 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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