Daimler Sp 250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daimler Sp 250 reliable? We analysed 5,091 real MOT tests across 471 vehicles to find out.
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The Daimler Sp 250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daimler Sp 250.
Daimler Sp 250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daimler Sp 250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daimler Sp 250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daimler Sp 250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daimler Sp 250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daimler Sp 250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daimler Sp 250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daimler Sp 250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daimler Sp 250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daimler Sp 250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 52 | 82.7% | 13,162 | 27,106 | 52,359 |
| 1984 | 72 | 86.1% | 18,318 | 23,918 | 58,567 |
| 1982 | 68 | 75.0% | 18,140 | 29,352 | 43,605 |
| 1979 | 66 | 78.8% | 12,925 | 23,937 | 28,242 |
| 1964 | 622 | 84.9% | 21,101 | 48,583 | 68,155 |
| 1963 | 761 | 85.8% | 11,028 | 37,966 | 74,810 |
| 1962 | 967 | 86.1% | 14,178 | 41,754 | 74,072 |
| 1961 | 1,039 | 86.7% | 15,082 | 39,346 | 65,348 |
| 1960 | 887 | 86.1% | 14,795 | 32,325 | 68,123 |
How Long Does a Daimler Sp 250 Last?
Based on 471 Daimler Sp 250 vehicles on UK roads.
Daimler Sp 250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daimler Sp 250 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 Sp 250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.7% MOT pass rate from 1,039 tests
75.0% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
The best year to buy a used Daimler Sp 250 is 1961, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.7% across 1,039 tests. The 1982 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 Sp 250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daimler Sp 250 THIS CAR | 85.6% | 5,091 | 38,437 mi | 66 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 |
| Lamborghini Urus V8 Auto | 95% | 3,483 | 24,824 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Daimler V8 (76.7% pass rate) and the Daimler Super V8 (78.5% pass rate), the Daimler Sp 250 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Daimler Sp 250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.6% across 5,091 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 Sp 250 are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (113 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (100), and horn not working (57). 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 Sp 250 owner drives around 388 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 Sp 250 models stay on UK roads for around 66 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.