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951 XUE

1973 Daimler Sp 250

Green Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,444 mi
Last recorded34,444 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

Registration951 XUE
MakeDaimler
ModelSp 250
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 34,444 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 33,621 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 32,040 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 31,256 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 31,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 30,525 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 30,522 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 29,245 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 27,224 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 25,156 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 23,329 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2013 22,904 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 22,678 miles

wheels have slight movement on hubs

Pass 8 Jun 2011 22,241 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 22,237 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 21,337 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 21,254 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2009 19,517 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 30 Jun 2008 18,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 18,350 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sp 250?

Based on 5,091 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
388
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Horn not working 57
Stop lamp not working 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 46
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951 XUE is a 1973 Daimler Sp 250 in Green with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Daimler Sp 250 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 951 XUE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sp 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 53 years old, this Daimler Sp 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 951 XUE registered?

951 XUE is a 1973 Daimler Sp 250, first registered on 19 July 1973.

Is 951 XUE safe to buy?

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