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BKV 521Y

1982 Daimler V8

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,871 mi
Last recorded59,871 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2012
Typical for 1982 Daimler V865,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKV 521Y
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2012 59,871 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 59,175 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 58,389 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Fail 12 Jul 2008 58,389 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 58,176 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 58,176 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

How Reliable is the Daimler V8?

Based on 22,704 MOT tests across 2,052 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,164
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,052
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 495
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 422
parking brake recording little or no effort 308
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BKV 521Y is a 1982 Daimler V8 in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 65,847 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Daimler V8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BKV 521Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 44 years old, this Daimler V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BKV 521Y?

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What year was BKV 521Y registered?

BKV 521Y is a 1982 Daimler V8, first registered on 5 October 1982.

Is BKV 521Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKV 521Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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