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C156 XLY

1985 Daimler Unknown

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,540 mi
Last recorded83,540 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC156 XLY
MakeDaimler
ModelUnknown
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 83,540 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 83,510 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underbody corrosion.

Pass 14 Mar 2024 83,445 miles

Light underbody corrosion.

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 83,442 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure Backrest (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

light underbody corrosion.

Pass 15 Feb 2023 83,368 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Unknown?

Based on 286 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
536
Miles/Year
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 3
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3
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C156 XLY is a 1985 Daimler Unknown in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Daimler Unknown fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C156 XLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was C156 XLY registered?

C156 XLY is a 1985 Daimler Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C156 XLY safe to buy?

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