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R15 STE

1997 Daimler Super V8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,305 mi
Last recorded18,305 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Daimler Super V894,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR15 STE
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 18,305 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 17,262 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 17,169 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 16,874 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 16,867 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 14,810 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 14,672 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 14,598 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 14,486 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 14,486 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 14,369 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 14,253 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 13,897 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 13,721 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Daimler Super V8?

Based on 11,576 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
2,238
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 342
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 154
Brake pipe excessively corroded 143
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 118
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R15 STE is a 1997 Daimler Super V8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 94,593 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Super V8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R15 STE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Super V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R15 STE registered?

R15 STE is a 1997 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R15 STE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R15 STE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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