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GKR 36Y

1983 Daimler Sovereign

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,872 mi
Last recorded48,872 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 1983 Daimler Sovereign68,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKR 36Y
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 48,872 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 48,094 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 47,366 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2013 46,530 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 46,525 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 44,926 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 44,852 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 43,763 miles

some movement on nearside rear universal joint

Pass 2 Jun 2010 43,710 miles

nearside rear brake disc has been overheated

oil leak from rocker cover area

Fail 8 May 2010 43,710 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

nearside rear brake disc has been overheated

oil leak from nearside rocker cover area

Pass 30 Sep 2008 43,303 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 43,270 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 42,785 miles

ENGINE GEARBOX AND REAR DIFF, SLIGHT OIL LEAK.

Pass 19 Jun 2006 41,085 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?

Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
brake binding 76
Headlamp not working on main beam 68
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GKR 36Y is a 1983 Daimler Sovereign in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 68,778 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 Sovereign fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GKR 36Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 43 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GKR 36Y registered?

GKR 36Y is a 1983 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 30 April 1983.

Is GKR 36Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKR 36Y shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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