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UBW 993L

1973 Daimler Limousine Auto

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

29,516 mi
Last recorded29,516 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2019
Typical for 1973 Daimler Limousine Auto42,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBW 993L
MakeDaimler
ModelLimousine Auto
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2019 29,516 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 29,516 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 29,515 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 29,455 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2017 29,440 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 29,433 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 29,435 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 29,432 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 29,366 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 29,365 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2012 29,365 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 29,316 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 29,308 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 29,307 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 29,307 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 29,307 miles

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 29,299 miles

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 29,138 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Limousine Auto?

Based on 8,585 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
651
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 504
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 455
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 287
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 236
parking brake recording little or no effort 234
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UBW 993L is a 1973 Daimler Limousine Auto in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1973 Daimler Limousine Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 42,902 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 Limousine Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UBW 993L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Limousine Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Daimler Limousine Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UBW 993L?

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What year was UBW 993L registered?

UBW 993L is a 1973 Daimler Limousine Auto, first registered on 17 May 1973.

Is UBW 993L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBW 993L shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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