CarVerify

Free Car Check

W541 XDU

2000 Daimler Super V8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

79,418 mi
Last recorded79,418 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 2000 Daimler Super V890,371 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Daimler
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW541 XDU
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 79,418 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 79,418 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH SIDE. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 70,580 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

axle has slight leak

chips on front screen

very very rusty under side off car and suspension

Nearside Rear door does not open from in side

Fail 19 Aug 2019 70,580 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

axle has slight leak

chips on front screen

very very rusty under side off car and suspension

Nearside Rear door does not open from in side

Pass 21 Jul 2017 61,439 miles

chips on screen

eng light on

exhaust very rusty

n/s rear door does not open from inside

Pass 1 Jun 2016 55,043 miles

n/s and o/s door mirrors loose suspect central locking

Pass 21 May 2015 51,173 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 45,471 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 43,089 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 43,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 42,347 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 41,196 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 39,523 miles

slight play in nearside and offside rear wheels

slight play in offside steering rack

unable to see front and rear brake pads for wear

Fail 20 Jan 2009 39,523 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight play in nearside and offside rear wheels

slight play in offside steering rack

unable to see front and rear brake pads for wear

Pass 15 Jan 2008 38,217 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 36,191 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 32,732 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
Full Daimler Super V8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W541 XDU is a 2000 Daimler Super V8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W541 XDU, 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

How do I check the history of W541 XDU?

You can check the full history of W541 XDU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W541 XDU registered?

W541 XDU is a 2000 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 4 July 2000.

Is W541 XDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W541 XDU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W541 XDU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W541 XDU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.