Daimler Super V8 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daimler Super V8 reliable? We analysed 11,576 real MOT tests across 746 vehicles to find out.
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The Daimler Super V8 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daimler Super V8.
Daimler Super V8 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daimler Super V8. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daimler Super V8 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daimler Super V8 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daimler Super V8 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daimler Super V8 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daimler Super V8 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daimler Super V8 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daimler Super V8 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daimler Super V8 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 202 | 85.6% | 43,218 | 59,532 | 74,510 |
| 2007 | 303 | 79.5% | 27,456 | 55,006 | 83,610 |
| 2006 | 1,085 | 83.0% | 43,791 | 64,997 | 88,612 |
| 2005 | 141 | 87.2% | 30,948 | 60,607 | 79,337 |
| 2002 | 787 | 78.1% | 51,617 | 75,996 | 105,280 |
| 2001 | 1,697 | 79.2% | 59,983 | 83,825 | 112,427 |
| 2000 | 1,151 | 79.1% | 54,181 | 90,371 | 122,471 |
| 1999 | 1,491 | 75.1% | 62,549 | 90,323 | 117,622 |
| 1998 | 2,808 | 77.5% | 66,074 | 94,087 | 120,556 |
| 1997 | 665 | 78.3% | 68,519 | 94,593 | 115,208 |
| 1996 | 81 | 76.5% | 71,242 | 78,282 | 105,328 |
| 1995 | 192 | 74.0% | 67,688 | 96,499 | 118,643 |
| 1994 | 62 | 77.4% | 62,743 | 66,355 | 133,202 |
| 1990 | 87 | 77.0% | 57,386 | 78,533 | 119,787 |
| 1988 | 75 | 62.7% | 87,263 | 90,740 | 111,228 |
| 1984 | 63 | 76.2% | 75,604 | 79,307 | 125,118 |
| 1969 | 76 | 81.6% | 47,541 | 65,976 | 74,057 |
| 1966 | 66 | 78.8% | 55,303 | 58,362 | 61,169 |
How Long Does a Daimler Super V8 Last?
Based on 746 Daimler Super V8 vehicles on UK roads.
Daimler Super V8 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daimler Super V8 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 Super V8
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.2% MOT pass rate from 141 tests
62.7% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
The best year to buy a used Daimler Super V8 is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.2% across 141 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daimler Super V8 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daimler Super V8 THIS CAR | 78.5% | 11,576 | 82,308 mi | 31 yrs |
| Daimler V8 | 76.7% | 22,704 | 71,920 mi | 63 yrs |
| Daimler Limousine Auto | 74.6% | 8,585 | 76,729 mi | 55 yrs |
| Daimler Sp 250 | 85.6% | 5,091 | 38,437 mi | 66 yrs |
| Jinlun Jl | 69.4% | 10,396 | 7,120 mi | 21 yrs |
Compared to the Daimler V8 (76.7% pass rate) and the Daimler Limousine Auto (74.6% pass rate), the Daimler Super V8 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Daimler Super V8Should you buy a used Daimler Super V8?
The Daimler Super V8 has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.5% across 11,576 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 Super V8 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (342 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (154), and brake pipe excessively corroded (143). 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 Super V8 owner drives around 2,238 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 Super V8 models stay on UK roads for around 31 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.