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J333 YEW

2001 Daimler V8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,101 mi
Last recorded143,101 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Daimler V867,829 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ333 YEW
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2013 143,101 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 143,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 132,526 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 135,261 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component missing (3.4.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 128,614 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 128,614 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 121,185 miles

Front tyres worn on edges.

Underside of vehicle is generaly corroded.

Pass 3 Jun 2008 113,665 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 108,922 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 104,233 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 98,431 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2005 98,431 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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J333 YEW is a 2001 Daimler V8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 67,829 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 J333 YEW, 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 25 years old, this Daimler V8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J333 YEW registered?

J333 YEW is a 2001 Daimler V8, first registered on 10 May 2001.

Is J333 YEW safe to buy?

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