MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,552 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?
Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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231 ED is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
Across all 1978 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 61,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Daimler Sovereign fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 231 ED, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Daimler Sovereign typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 48 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of 231 ED?
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What year was 231 ED registered?
231 ED is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 14 April 1978.
Is 231 ED safe to buy?
The MOT history for 231 ED shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 231 ED have outstanding finance?
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