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J39 VDU

1992 Daimler V8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,131 mi
Last recorded86,131 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1992 Daimler V8101,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ39 VDU
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 86,131 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion nearside front sill area

Pass 31 Oct 2016 86,000 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 85,452 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 84,395 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2013 83,689 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2012 82,744 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 81,896 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight play in all wheel bearings

Pass 25 Nov 2010 81,116 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner egde

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 13 Oct 2009 80,178 miles

both front coil springs corroded.....

general light under body corrosion......

wiper smears.....

Pass 27 Nov 2008 79,478 miles

drivers screen washer poor.....

light under body corrosion.....

n/s & o/s/f coil springs corroded.....

wiper smears....

Pass 30 Nov 2007 79,008 miles

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 30 Nov 2007 79,008 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 78,578 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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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J39 VDU is a 1992 Daimler V8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1992 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 101,305 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 J39 VDU, 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 34 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 J39 VDU registered?

J39 VDU is a 1992 Daimler V8, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J39 VDU safe to buy?

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