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VVM 111X

1982 Daimler Sovereign

Bronze Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,232 mi
Last recorded80,232 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1982 Daimler Sovereign50,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVM 111X
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign
Year1982
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 80,232 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2019 80,159 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 80,108 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 80,068 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 80,068 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?

Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
brake binding 76
Headlamp not working on main beam 68
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VVM 111X is a 1982 Daimler Sovereign in Bronze with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 50,766 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 VVM 111X, 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 44 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VVM 111X?

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What year was VVM 111X registered?

VVM 111X is a 1982 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 5 February 1982.

Is VVM 111X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVM 111X shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VVM 111X have outstanding finance?

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