Daimler V8 250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daimler V8 250 reliable? We analysed 4,309 real MOT tests across 489 vehicles to find out.
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The Daimler V8 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 brake binding. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daimler V8 250.
Daimler V8 250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daimler V8 250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daimler V8 250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daimler V8 250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daimler V8 250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daimler V8 250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daimler V8 250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daimler V8 250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daimler V8 250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daimler V8 250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 822 | 82.5% | 41,388 | 66,552 | 82,940 |
| 1968 | 1,444 | 82.5% | 20,782 | 58,180 | 76,688 |
| 1967 | 557 | 79.7% | 20,312 | 52,765 | 70,500 |
| 1966 | 310 | 78.7% | 34,803 | 72,552 | 81,621 |
| 1965 | 264 | 81.4% | 29,807 | 52,174 | 79,565 |
| 1964 | 402 | 78.6% | 40,172 | 49,765 | 73,662 |
| 1963 | 132 | 82.6% | 10,556 | 42,302 | 59,418 |
How Long Does a Daimler V8 250 Last?
Based on 489 Daimler V8 250 vehicles on UK roads.
Daimler V8 250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daimler V8 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 V8 250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.6% MOT pass rate from 132 tests
78.6% MOT pass rate from 402 tests
The best year to buy a used Daimler V8 250 is 1963, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.6% across 132 tests. The 1964 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daimler V8 250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daimler V8 250 THIS CAR | 81.5% | 4,309 | 57,769 mi | 63 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 |
| Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a | 88.7% | 6,325 | 51,277 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Daimler V8 (76.7% pass rate) and the Daimler Super V8 (78.5% pass rate), the Daimler V8 250 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Daimler V8 250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.5% across 4,309 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 V8 250 are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (159 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (120), and brake binding (73). 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 V8 250 owner drives around 304 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 V8 250 models stay on UK roads for around 63 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.