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R696 GRG

1997 Daimler Super V8

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

82,274 mi
Last recorded82,274 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 1997 Daimler Super V894,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR696 GRG
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 82,274 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 82,215 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 82,084 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 81,873 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 81,655 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 81,578 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 81,489 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 81,417 miles

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear a frame both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 81,242 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 81,130 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 80,987 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 80,986 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 75,810 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 68,893 miles

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 62,782 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 57,022 miles

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

slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 16 Nov 2007 50,900 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 44,584 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 38,404 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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R696 GRG 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 94.7%.

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 R696 GRG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R696 GRG registered?

R696 GRG is a 1997 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R696 GRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R696 GRG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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