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Y972 TBW

2001 Daimler Super V8

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

177,942 mi
Last recorded177,942 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Daimler Super V883,825 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY972 TBW
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2015 177,942 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 177,942 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 164,982 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 150,875 miles

NAIL IN NSR TYRE

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 138,186 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 138,186 miles

Centre Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 123,877 miles

Engine MIL illuminated

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 29 Nov 2011 123,876 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine MIL illuminated

N/S headlamp adjuster/s broken

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 109,867 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 95,759 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 84,409 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 72,562 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 61,920 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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Y972 TBW is a 2001 Daimler Super V8 in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 Y972 TBW, 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 Y972 TBW registered?

Y972 TBW is a 2001 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 8 June 2001.

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