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AKX 166E

1979 Daimler V8 250

Green Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,673 mi
Last recorded31,673 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 166E
MakeDaimler
ModelV8 250
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 31,673 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 31,481 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 31,430 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 31,177 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 30,940 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2012 30,940 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2011 30,832 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 30,607 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 29,195 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 28,438 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 27,793 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 27,089 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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AKX 166E is a 1979 Daimler V8 250 in Green with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AKX 166E, 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 47 years old, this Daimler V8 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AKX 166E?

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What year was AKX 166E registered?

AKX 166E is a 1979 Daimler V8 250, first registered on 7 December 1979.

Is AKX 166E safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKX 166E shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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