Daimler Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daimler Unknown reliable? We analysed 286 real MOT tests across 116 vehicles to find out.
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The Daimler Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daimler Unknown.
Daimler Unknown Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daimler Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daimler Unknown Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daimler Unknown fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daimler Unknown Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Daimler Unknown models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Daimler Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daimler Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daimler Unknown Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daimler Unknown MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
How Does the Daimler Unknown Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daimler Unknown THIS CAR | 81.1% | 286 | 67,094 mi | — 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 |
| Harley-davidson Sportster S | 90.9% | 462 | 3,252 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Daimler V8 (76.7% pass rate) and the Daimler Super V8 (78.5% pass rate), the Daimler Unknown outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Daimler Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.1% across 286 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect with 3 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Daimler Unknown with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Daimler Unknown owner drives around 536 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.
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.