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A13 BWL

1998 Daimler Super V8

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

67,764 mi
Last recorded67,764 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Daimler Super V894,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 BWL
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 67,764 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 67,411 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 67,270 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 67,101 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 66,909 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 66,583 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 66,186 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 65,766 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 65,257 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 May 2016 64,835 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 64,058 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 63,222 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 May 2013 62,349 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 61,746 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 61,412 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 61,412 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 60,553 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 59,329 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 57,465 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 54,839 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Super V8?

Based on 11,576 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
2,238
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 342
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 154
Brake pipe excessively corroded 143
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 118
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A13 BWL is a 1998 Daimler Super V8 in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 94,087 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Super V8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 BWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Super V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A13 BWL registered?

A13 BWL is a 1998 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A13 BWL safe to buy?

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