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W6 SSS

2001 Daimler Super V8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,469 mi
Last recorded56,469 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Daimler Super V883,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW6 SSS
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 56,469 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 56,441 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 56,026 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 55,502 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 53,946 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 51,445 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 47,891 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 45,162 miles

Slight play in both rear axle bushes

Pass 25 Nov 2015 41,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit border line (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 39,681 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 36,844 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 35,378 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 32,518 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 30,679 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 28,199 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 25,225 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 22,821 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 19,529 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 15,066 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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W6 SSS is a 2001 Daimler Super V8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 83,825 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 W6 SSS, 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 25 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W6 SSS registered?

W6 SSS is a 2001 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is W6 SSS safe to buy?

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