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MPX 56R

1977 Daimler Double Six

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,726 mi
Last recorded70,726 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPX 56R
MakeDaimler
ModelDouble Six
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 70,726 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 70,749 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2015 70,749 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 70,736 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 70,736 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 70,726 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 70,726 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 70,726 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 70,726 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2007 707,266 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Daimler Double Six?

Based on 2,041 MOT tests across 264 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
563
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 60
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 31
Headlamp not working on main beam 29
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MPX 56R is a 1977 Daimler Double Six in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Daimler Double Six fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPX 56R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Double Six typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 49 years old, this Daimler Double Six is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MPX 56R registered?

MPX 56R is a 1977 Daimler Double Six, first registered on 22 February 1977.

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