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Daimler Limousine Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Daimler Limousine Auto reliable? We analysed 8,585 real MOT tests across 809 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 8,585 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.6%
Typical Mileage
76,729mi
Annual Mileage
651mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
55yrs

The Daimler Limousine Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daimler Limousine Auto.

Daimler Limousine Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Daimler Limousine Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Daimler Limousine Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Daimler Limousine Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

66.2%
1993
73.2%
1992
72.8%
1991
75%
1990
75.7%
1989
74.7%
1988
76.6%
1987
73.7%
1986
72.9%
1985
76.4%
1984
75.5%
1983
77.6%
1982
77.5%
1981
70%
1980
71.7%
1979
70.1%
1978
79.7%
1977
70.8%
1976
78.7%
1975
75%
1974

Daimler Limousine Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Daimler Limousine Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 504
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 455
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 287
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 236
parking brake recording little or no effort 234
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 222
Brake pipe excessively corroded 195
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 194
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 151

Daimler Limousine Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Daimler Limousine Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
256 mi/yr
Typical
651 mi/yr
Average
1,368 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,332 mi/yr

Daimler Limousine Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daimler Limousine Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1993 74 66.2% 48,118 60,134 68,015
1992 530 73.2% 63,623 74,698 87,554
1991 706 72.8% 65,291 79,548 100,035
1990 584 75.0% 65,825 91,224 110,277
1989 843 75.7% 71,283 84,630 96,832
1988 859 74.7% 62,657 86,089 104,007
1987 725 76.6% 59,695 87,569 104,138
1986 851 73.7% 56,992 78,328 96,734
1985 742 72.9% 55,259 74,590 100,367
1984 501 76.4% 57,296 79,719 96,295
1983 286 75.5% 23,618 49,197 79,916
1982 174 77.6% 31,230 48,841 76,911
1981 275 77.5% 34,064 54,962 69,762
1980 120 70.0% 23,406 66,772 88,256
1979 265 71.7% 26,012 59,231 76,917
1978 204 70.1% 29,437 65,789 84,060
1977 177 79.7% 35,551 55,212 83,268
1976 72 70.8% 31,883 60,125 80,630
1975 108 78.7% 51,730 73,816 92,313
1974 112 75.0% 45,664 69,263 87,984

How Long Does a Daimler Limousine Auto Last?

Based on 809 Daimler Limousine Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
30.0 years
Median
30.5 years
Estimated max lifespan
55 years

Daimler Limousine Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Daimler Limousine Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
76,729 mi
75th Percentile
95,010 mi
95th Percentile
134,224 mi
Max Recorded
861,541 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Daimler Limousine Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
1971

88.7% MOT pass rate from 53 tests

Year to avoid
1993

66.2% MOT pass rate from 74 tests

The best year to buy a used Daimler Limousine Auto is 1971, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.7% across 53 tests. The 1993 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Daimler Limousine Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Daimler Limousine Auto THIS CAR 74.6% 8,585 76,729 mi 55 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 Sp 250 85.6% 5,091 38,437 mi 66 yrs
Bsa A10 92.2% 10,105 12,338 mi 74 yrs

Compared to the Daimler V8 (76.7% pass rate) and the Daimler Super V8 (78.5% pass rate), the Daimler Limousine Auto trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Daimler Limousine Auto?

The Daimler Limousine Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.6% across 8,585 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Daimler Limousine Auto are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (504 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (455), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (287). 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 Limousine Auto owner drives around 651 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 Limousine Auto models stay on UK roads for around 55 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.

Daimler Limousine Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Daimler Limousine Auto reliable?
Based on 8,585 MOT tests, the Daimler Limousine Auto has a 74.6% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Daimler Limousine Auto?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Daimler Limousine Auto do per year?
The typical Daimler Limousine Auto does around 651 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Daimler Limousine Auto last?
Most Daimler Limousine Auto models stay on UK roads for around 55 years based on our analysis of 809 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Daimler Limousine Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Daimler Limousine Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Daimler Limousine Auto is 1971 with a 88.7% pass rate across 53 tests.