CarVerify

Free Car Check

BS08 RAS

2008 Daimler Super V8

Red Petrol 4196cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

52,086 mi
Last recorded52,086 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Daimler Super V859,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Daimler
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS08 RAS
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 52,086 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 51,599 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 51,322 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 51,057 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 50,590 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 50,263 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2020 50,260 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 50,213 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 50,212 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 50,053 miles

minor scratches front offside wing

Pass 6 Jun 2017 49,355 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 48,070 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing n/s o/s (2.5.B.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 45,748 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 42,545 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 42,545 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 20 May 2013 30,758 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 24,669 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 24,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 18,131 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
Full Daimler Super V8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BS08 RAS is a 2008 Daimler Super V8 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 59,532 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BS08 RAS, 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 18 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BS08 RAS?

You can check the full history of BS08 RAS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BS08 RAS registered?

BS08 RAS is a 2008 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is BS08 RAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS08 RAS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BS08 RAS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BS08 RAS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.