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V181 JTG

1999 Daimler V8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

158,345 mi
Last recorded158,345 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 1999 Daimler V874,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV181 JTG
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 158,345 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 152,839 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 151,660 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 151,660 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 149,958 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 144,635 miles

surface corrosion too both side inner seals

Pass 30 Oct 2017 141,448 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Nov 2016 135,737 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 130,651 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 130,651 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 127,116 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 122,048 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 118,725 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 114,404 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 110,571 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 110,568 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 107,119 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 103,013 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 95,915 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 92,758 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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V181 JTG is a 1999 Daimler V8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 74,132 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V181 JTG, 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 27 years old, this Daimler V8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V181 JTG registered?

V181 JTG is a 1999 Daimler V8, first registered on 23 December 1999.

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