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TBN 908

1961 Daimler Sp 250

White Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,272 mi
Last recorded40,272 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2020
Typical for 1961 Daimler Sp 25039,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBN 908
MakeDaimler
ModelSp 250
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2020 40,272 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

propshaft rub marked

steering idler arm slight wear

wipers condition

Pass 5 Apr 2019 38,147 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

steering idler arm slight play

Pass 6 Apr 2018 37,422 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

exhaust mounts condition

offside handbrake effort

steering idler slight play

Pass 1 Dec 2014 37,245 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 37,197 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Jan 2007 37,195 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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

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

Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Daimler Sp 250?

Based on 5,091 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
388
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Horn not working 57
Stop lamp not working 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 46
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TBN 908 is a 1961 Daimler Sp 250 in White with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1961 Daimler Sp 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 39,346 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 Sp 250 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TBN 908, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sp 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 65 years old, this Daimler Sp 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TBN 908 registered?

TBN 908 is a 1961 Daimler Sp 250, first registered on 1 May 1961.

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