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DKU 868C

1965 Daimler V8

Grey Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,647 mi
Last recorded28,647 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 1965 Daimler V858,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKU 868C
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1965
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2022 28,647 miles

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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DKU 868C is a 1965 Daimler V8 in Grey with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 58,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DKU 868C, 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 61 years old, this Daimler V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DKU 868C?

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What year was DKU 868C registered?

DKU 868C is a 1965 Daimler V8, first registered on 3 December 1965.

Is DKU 868C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKU 868C 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.

Does DKU 868C have outstanding finance?

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