Triumph Daytona
MotorcycleFrom 6,523 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Daytonas fare better: 2016 models pass at 88.2% vs 85.5% for 1997.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, audible warning not working and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 80 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 80 |
| audible warning not working | 43 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 38 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 34 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 33 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 33 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 31 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 30 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 29 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 29 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 7.6% of Daytona failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £47.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 88.2% | a rider’s seat missing or insecure, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2015 | 88.6% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2014 | 85.3% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, audible warning not working |
| 2013 | 90.5% | a footrest missing or insecure, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
20 earlier years
| 2012 | 83.3% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2011 | 89.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2010 | 84.6% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2009 | 88.3% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2008 | 92.2% | a footrest missing or insecure, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2007 | 83.6% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2006 | 84.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2005 | 83.2% | lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released |
| 2004 | 87.1% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2003 | 86.6% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, steering head bearings have excessive wear or play |
| 2002 | 81.8% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lamp missing or inoperative |
| 2001 | 87% | lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, contaminated with oil, grease etc |
| 2000 | 85% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 1999 | 82.2% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp |
| 1998 | 86.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, audible warning not working |
| 1997 | 85.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 1996 | 92.2% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, headlamp emitted colour or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1995 | 77% | audible warning not working, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 1994 | 90.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, contaminated with oil, grease etc |
| 1993 | 82.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Daytonas tested had between 13,674 and 27,806 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 20,811 median miles, the Daytona has 0.068 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Triumph models
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.9% |
| Triumph Tiger | 91.6% |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.1% |
| Triumph Speed Triple | 88.7% |
| Triumph Street | 91.4% |
Common questions
What is the Triumph Daytona MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Daytona has a 85.9% MOT pass rate based on 6,523 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Daytona?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Daytona is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 80 failures. Other common issues include audible warning not working.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Daytona at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Daytona is 20,811 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,674 and 27,806 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.