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AFV 953Y

1983 Daimler Sovereign

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,851 mi
Last recorded122,851 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 1983 Daimler Sovereign68,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFV 953Y
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2021 122,851 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?

Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
brake binding 76
Headlamp not working on main beam 68
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AFV 953Y is a 1983 Daimler Sovereign in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 68,778 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 AFV 953Y, 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 43 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFV 953Y registered?

AFV 953Y is a 1983 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 7 January 1983.

Is AFV 953Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFV 953Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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