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E248 LUC

1987 Daimler V8

Grey Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,397 mi
Last recorded102,397 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2010
Typical for 1987 Daimler V877,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE248 LUC
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2010 102,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 94,462 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 94,461 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.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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E248 LUC is a 1987 Daimler V8 in Grey with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 77,586 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 E248 LUC, 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 39 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 E248 LUC?

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What year was E248 LUC registered?

E248 LUC is a 1987 Daimler V8, first registered on 27 November 1987.

Is E248 LUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E248 LUC shows 3 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.

Does E248 LUC have outstanding finance?

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