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W257 WGO

2000 Daimler Super V8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

13,282 mi
Last recorded13,282 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Daimler Super V890,371 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW257 WGO
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 13,282 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 13,183 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 13,088 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 13,088 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 12,966 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 12,649 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 12,380 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 12,179 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 11,902 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 11,149 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 10,818 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 10,229 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 10,121 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 8,896 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 8,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2011 7,614 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 7,433 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 7,267 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 6,636 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 6,145 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 5,483 miles

cannot see condition of front brake pads

Pass 16 Feb 2006 5,100 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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W257 WGO is a 2000 Daimler Super V8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2000 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 90,371 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 W257 WGO, 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 26 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W257 WGO registered?

W257 WGO is a 2000 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W257 WGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W257 WGO shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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