MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,002 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?
Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VAD 279S is a 1977 Daimler Sovereign in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
Across all 1977 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,070 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 VAD 279S, 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 49 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VAD 279S?
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What year was VAD 279S registered?
VAD 279S is a 1977 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 1 August 1977.
Is VAD 279S safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAD 279S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VAD 279S have outstanding finance?
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