Daimler Six Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daimler Six Auto reliable? We analysed 1,624 real MOT tests across 128 vehicles to find out.
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The Daimler Six Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daimler Six Auto.
Daimler Six Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daimler Six Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daimler Six Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daimler Six Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daimler Six Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daimler Six Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daimler Six Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daimler Six Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daimler Six Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daimler Six Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 60 | 75.0% | 66,666 | 79,941 | 101,985 |
| 1996 | 206 | 79.6% | 67,202 | 93,480 | 128,548 |
| 1995 | 944 | 79.8% | 71,156 | 98,251 | 134,065 |
| 1994 | 400 | 75.8% | 86,333 | 106,362 | 133,610 |
How Long Does a Daimler Six Auto Last?
Based on 128 Daimler Six Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Daimler Six Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daimler Six Auto 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 Six Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.8% MOT pass rate from 944 tests
75.0% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
The best year to buy a used Daimler Six Auto is 1995, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.8% across 944 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daimler Six Auto Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daimler Six Auto THIS CAR | 78.6% | 1,624 | 99,306 mi | 32 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 Zzr 600 | 80.5% | 1,351 | 29,872 mi | 36 yrs |
Compared to the Daimler V8 (76.7% pass rate) and the Daimler Super V8 (78.5% pass rate), the Daimler Six Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Daimler Six Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% across 1,624 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 Six Auto are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (55 recorded failures), exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (29), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (28). 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 Six Auto owner drives around 2,236 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 Six Auto models stay on UK roads for around 32 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.