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PVG 140W

1981 Daimler V8

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,649 mi
Last recorded38,649 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2007
Typical for 1981 Daimler V866,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVG 140W
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2007 38,649 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 38,618 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 3,868 miles

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

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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PVG 140W is a 1981 Daimler V8 in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PVG 140W, 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 PVG 140W?

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What year was PVG 140W registered?

PVG 140W is a 1981 Daimler V8, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is PVG 140W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVG 140W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVG 140W have outstanding finance?

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