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UIW 8038

1997 Daimler Super V8

Black Lpg 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

91,238 mi
Last recorded91,238 miles
Recorded on18 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Daimler Super V894,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIW 8038
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2020 91,238 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Jan 2020 91,218 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 90,821 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 90,705 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 90,158 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 88,814 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 87,830 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 85,847 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 83,483 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 80,847 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

nearside sill starting to corrode through but not affecting prescribed areas

offside sill corroded through in places but outside prescribed areas

slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 21 Jan 2011 80,819 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

both rear tyres slightly perished

nearside sill starting to corrode through but not affecting prescribed areas

offside sill corroded through in places but outside prescribed areas

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 22 Jul 2010 80,230 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 78,918 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 74,596 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 70,903 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 70,903 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 68,101 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Super V8?

Based on 11,576 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
2,238
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 342
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 154
Brake pipe excessively corroded 143
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 118
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UIW 8038 is a 1997 Daimler Super V8 in Black with a 3,996cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 94,593 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Super V8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UIW 8038, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Super V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UIW 8038 registered?

UIW 8038 is a 1997 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is UIW 8038 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UIW 8038 shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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