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E455 CGO

1987 Daimler V8

Grey Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

18,516 mi
Last recorded18,516 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1987 Daimler V877,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE455 CGO
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 18,516 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2026 18,516 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 18,443 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 18,358 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f + o/s/f + n/s/r + o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2024 18,358 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Side repeater incorrect colour n/s + o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f + o/s/f + n/s/r + o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 18,202 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

the front wiper blade is loose

Fail 16 Jan 2023 18,201 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

the front wiper blade is loose

Pass 19 Jan 2022 18,020 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 17,559 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 17,338 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 17,015 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 16,087 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 16,071 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 16,068 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s headlamp in poor condition. o/s/f side light in headlamp not working.

Pass 22 Apr 2015 16,039 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 16,026 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 16,017 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 15,918 miles

bulb malfunction warning light on- all bulbs checked for mot are working.

Pass 13 Apr 2012 15,867 miles

Bulb faliure illuminated on dash but lights work ok

Pass 15 Apr 2011 15,830 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 15,779 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2010 15,775 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2009 15,736 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 15,701 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 15,701 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 15,444 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 15,278 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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E455 CGO is a 1987 Daimler V8 in Grey with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 E455 CGO, 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

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What year was E455 CGO registered?

E455 CGO is a 1987 Daimler V8, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E455 CGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E455 CGO shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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