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TEC 712Y

1983 Daimler Sovereign

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

104,464 mi
Last recorded104,464 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Daimler Sovereign68,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEC 712Y
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 104,464 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 104,238 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 103,902 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 103,782 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 103,391 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 102,797 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 102,552 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 May 2016 102,139 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 101,133 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 101,133 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 100,466 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 100,465 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 100,441 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 100,134 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?

Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
brake binding 76
Headlamp not working on main beam 68
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TEC 712Y is a 1983 Daimler Sovereign in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1983 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 68,778 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Sovereign fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TEC 712Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 43 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TEC 712Y?

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What year was TEC 712Y registered?

TEC 712Y is a 1983 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 18 March 1983.

Is TEC 712Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEC 712Y shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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