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VSG 995

1960 Daimler V8 250

Green Petrol 2547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,616 mi
Last recorded73,616 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSG 995
MakeDaimler
ModelV8 250
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,547cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 73,616 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 72,230 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 71,610 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 70,816 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 69,562 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 68,181 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 66,984 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)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

radiator has a slight leak

slight play in steering column

Pass 12 Apr 2011 65,776 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 64,731 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fuel pipes under the bonnet are perished

water leak at rear of engine

Pass 20 Apr 2009 63,625 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 62,496 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 61,191 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 61,178 miles

Nearside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 59,818 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler V8 250?

Based on 4,309 MOT tests across 489 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
489
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
brake binding 73
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 70
Stop lamp not working 67
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VSG 995 is a 1960 Daimler V8 250 in Green with a 2,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

The most common reason a Daimler V8 250 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSG 995, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 66 years old, this Daimler V8 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VSG 995 registered?

VSG 995 is a 1960 Daimler V8 250, first registered on 2 June 1960.

Is VSG 995 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSG 995 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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