Daimler Double Six Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daimler Double Six reliable? We analysed 2,041 real MOT tests across 264 vehicles to find out.
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The Daimler Double Six is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daimler Double Six.
Daimler Double Six Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daimler Double Six. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daimler Double Six MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daimler Double Six to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daimler Double Six Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daimler Double Six fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daimler Double Six Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daimler Double Six owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daimler Double Six MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daimler Double Six year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 97 | 85.6% | 45,264 | 67,962 | 93,540 |
| 1995 | 162 | 75.3% | 55,766 | 101,214 | 117,274 |
| 1994 | 223 | 82.5% | 56,058 | 89,257 | 116,718 |
| 1993 | 249 | 72.3% | 68,130 | 87,453 | 104,825 |
| 1992 | 160 | 69.4% | 50,402 | 79,871 | 96,071 |
| 1991 | 173 | 74.6% | 40,999 | 70,299 | 81,865 |
| 1990 | 194 | 81.4% | 39,117 | 56,327 | 70,160 |
| 1989 | 135 | 81.5% | 48,540 | 53,642 | 95,744 |
| 1988 | 100 | 80.0% | 62,812 | 77,246 | 87,643 |
| 1987 | 65 | 70.8% | 54,490 | 83,000 | 114,917 |
| 1982 | 54 | 61.1% | 11,025 | 40,930 | 56,232 |
| 1978 | 85 | 71.8% | 64,677 | 69,150 | 74,500 |
How Long Does a Daimler Double Six Last?
Based on 264 Daimler Double Six vehicles on UK roads.
Daimler Double Six Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daimler Double Six MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Daimler Double Six
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.6% MOT pass rate from 97 tests
61.1% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
The best year to buy a used Daimler Double Six is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.6% across 97 tests. The 1982 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daimler Double Six Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daimler Double Six THIS CAR | 76.4% | 2,041 | 72,537 mi | 48 yrs |
| Daimler V8 | 76.7% | 22,704 | 71,920 mi | 63 yrs |
| Daimler Super V8 | 78.5% | 11,576 | 82,308 mi | 31 yrs |
| Daimler Limousine Auto | 74.6% | 8,585 | 76,729 mi | 55 yrs |
| Kawasaki Er 650 A8F | 85.5% | 1,487 | 12,708 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Daimler V8 (76.7% pass rate) and the Daimler Super V8 (78.5% pass rate), the Daimler Double Six trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daimler Double Six has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.4% across 2,041 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Daimler Double Six are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (77 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (60), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (42). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Daimler Double Six owner drives around 563 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Daimler Double Six models stay on UK roads for around 48 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.