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C873 GVU

1985 Daimler Super V8

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,062 mi
Last recorded87,062 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC873 GVU
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2014 87,062 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 84,358 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 84,308 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 83,690 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2010 85,627 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 84,426 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 79,286 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 77,051 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 75,891 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Super V8?

Based on 11,576 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
2,238
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 342
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 154
Brake pipe excessively corroded 143
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 118
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C873 GVU is a 1985 Daimler Super V8 in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Daimler Super V8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C873 GVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Super V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 41 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C873 GVU registered?

C873 GVU is a 1985 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 12 November 1985.

Is C873 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C873 GVU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C873 GVU have outstanding finance?

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