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DDR 838C

2003 Daimler V8

Maroon Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,640 mi
Last recorded77,640 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Daimler V856,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDR 838C
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 77,640 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear offside axle half shaft seal leaking

Pass 15 May 2017 77,427 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 77,375 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 77,375 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DDR 838C is a 2003 Daimler V8 in Maroon with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 56,107 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 DDR 838C, 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 23 years old, this Daimler V8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DDR 838C?

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What year was DDR 838C registered?

DDR 838C is a 2003 Daimler V8, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is DDR 838C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDR 838C shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DDR 838C have outstanding finance?

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