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PBY 174D

1981 Daimler V8

Green Petrol 2547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,696 mi
Last recorded31,696 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1981 Daimler V866,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBY 174D
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,547cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2017 31,696 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 31,301 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 31,048 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 30,621 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 30,602 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 30,558 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 30,361 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 30,341 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 30,327 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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PBY 174D is a 1981 Daimler V8 in Green with a 2,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 66,429 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 PBY 174D, 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 45 years old, this Daimler V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PBY 174D?

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What year was PBY 174D registered?

PBY 174D is a 1981 Daimler V8, first registered on 8 June 1981.

Is PBY 174D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBY 174D shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBY 174D have outstanding finance?

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