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R694 UUT

1997 Daimler Super V8

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

75,739 mi
Last recorded75,739 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Daimler Super V894,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR694 UUT
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2022 75,739 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill marked yellow (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front wiper is slightly smeary

Nearside Front chassis rail above engine subframe corroded and starting to distort

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam benders fitted making image slightly poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam benders fitted making image slightly poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 May 2022 75,683 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 74,354 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 71,367 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 69,245 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 69,245 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 67,103 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 67,103 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Jun 2016 64,998 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 64,998 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 63,793 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering track rod, heat was applied during steering geometry

Pass 13 Jun 2014 61,701 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 61,701 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 60,846 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 60,846 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 59,273 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 59,261 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 58,154 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 56,119 miles

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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R694 UUT is a 1997 Daimler Super V8 in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R694 UUT, 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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R694 UUT is a 1997 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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