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D871 GHV

1987 Daimler 3.6 Auto

Silver Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

79,951 mi
Last recorded79,951 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Daimler 3.6 Auto71,997 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD871 GHV
MakeDaimler
Model3.6 Auto
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 79,951 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 79,232 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 78,576 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 78,046 miles

N/S/F & O/S/R tyres outer sidewalls starting to crack.

Fail 20 Mar 2018 78,046 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

N/S/F & O/S/R tyres outer sidewalls starting to crack.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 74,723 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 72,050 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front discs slightly corroded

both rear discs slightly corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2013 71,997 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 71,776 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 71,542 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 71,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 71,066 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 71,066 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 70,722 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 70,722 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2007 70,509 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 69,251 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler 3.6 Auto?

Based on 2,297 MOT tests across 396 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
969
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
396
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 152
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 75
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D871 GHV is a 1987 Daimler 3.6 Auto in Silver with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1987 Daimler 3.6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 71,997 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler 3.6 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D871 GHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler 3.6 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Daimler 3.6 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D871 GHV?

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What year was D871 GHV registered?

D871 GHV is a 1987 Daimler 3.6 Auto, first registered on 20 January 1987.

Is D871 GHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D871 GHV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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