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SEL 791H

1970 Daimler V8

Red Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

99,195 mi
Last recorded99,195 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 1970 Daimler V880,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Daimler
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEL 791H
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 99,195 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 99,088 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 97,481 miles

Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light Centre rear stop lamp (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2018 97,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light Centre rear stop lamp (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 95,236 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 95,235 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 93,723 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 91,377 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 91,377 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 90,869 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 89,447 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 88,727 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 88,692 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 88,077 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 86,095 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 85,261 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 83,782 miles

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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SEL 791H is a 1970 Daimler V8 in Red with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1970 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 80,572 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 SEL 791H, 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 56 years old, this Daimler V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SEL 791H?

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What year was SEL 791H registered?

SEL 791H is a 1970 Daimler V8, first registered on 7 January 1970.

Is SEL 791H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEL 791H shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SEL 791H have outstanding finance?

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