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C858 KAX

1985 Daimler Limousine

Gold Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,574 mi
Last recorded76,574 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Daimler Limousine72,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC858 KAX
MakeDaimler
ModelLimousine
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 76,574 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 76,049 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 75,585 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 75,177 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 74,820 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 74,463 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 73,854 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 73,188 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 72,678 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 71,761 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 71,737 miles

all front and rear suspension bushes deteriorated

underside has slight corrosion developing

Fail 31 Dec 2013 71,737 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

all front and rear suspension bushes deteriorated

underside has slight corrosion developing

Fail 31 May 2012 70,151 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 31 May 2012 70,151 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 26 May 2011 69,373 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 68,780 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 67,688 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 67,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 16 May 2008 66,679 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

slight corrosion foming on offside rear chassis

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 16 May 2008 66,679 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

slight corrosion foming on offside rear chassis

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 29 May 2007 65,911 miles

slight rusting on front metal brake pipes

Pass 12 May 2006 65,353 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Limousine?

Based on 2,487 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
926
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 119
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 116
parking brake recording little or no effort 59
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 58
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
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C858 KAX is a 1985 Daimler Limousine in Gold with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1985 Daimler Limousine models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 72,207 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Limousine fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C858 KAX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Limousine typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 41 years old, this Daimler Limousine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C858 KAX registered?

C858 KAX is a 1985 Daimler Limousine, first registered on 2 October 1985.

Is C858 KAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C858 KAX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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