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RME 636Y

1982 Daimler V8

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

67,598 mi
Last recorded67,598 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1982 Daimler V865,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRME 636Y
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 67,598 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 67,472 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly both sides (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 67,350 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 67,348 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 67,021 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 66,945 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 66,916 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 66,904 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 66,769 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 66,741 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 66,591 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 66,522 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 66,326 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 66,318 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 66,193 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 65,847 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 65,847 miles

Nearside Inner Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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RME 636Y is a 1982 Daimler V8 in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1982 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 65,847 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 RME 636Y, 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 44 years old, this Daimler V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RME 636Y registered?

RME 636Y is a 1982 Daimler V8, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is RME 636Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RME 636Y shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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