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XCH 354Y

1983 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Auto

Bronze Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

143,837 mi
Last recorded143,837 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2006
Typical for 1983 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Auto72,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCH 354Y
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign 4.2 Auto
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2006 143,837 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 143,837 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Auto?

Based on 2,485 MOT tests across 349 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
370
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
349
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 174
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 120
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 85
brake binding 82
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XCH 354Y is a 1983 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Auto in Bronze with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 72,435 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 Sovereign 4.2 Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XCH 354Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 43 years old, this Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XCH 354Y registered?

XCH 354Y is a 1983 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Auto, first registered on 7 January 1983.

Is XCH 354Y safe to buy?

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