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1197 RD

1968 Daimler V8 250

Red Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,280 mi
Last recorded3,280 miles
Recorded on17 May 2014
Typical for 1968 Daimler V8 25058,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1197 RD
MakeDaimler
ModelV8 250
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 May 2014 3,280 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 98,964 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler V8 250?

Based on 4,309 MOT tests across 489 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
489
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
brake binding 73
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 70
Stop lamp not working 67
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1197 RD is a 1968 Daimler V8 250 in Red with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Daimler V8 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 58,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler V8 250 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1197 RD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 58 years old, this Daimler V8 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 1197 RD registered?

1197 RD is a 1968 Daimler V8 250, first registered on 25 November 1968.

Is 1197 RD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1197 RD shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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