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CLJ 160L

1972 Daimler Sovereign

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,820 mi
Last recorded74,820 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2008
Typical for 1972 Daimler Sovereign49,666 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLJ 160L
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2008 74,820 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 74,475 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 May 2007 74,128 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 73,781 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?

Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
brake binding 76
Headlamp not working on main beam 68
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CLJ 160L is a 1972 Daimler Sovereign in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 49,666 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Sovereign fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CLJ 160L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CLJ 160L?

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What year was CLJ 160L registered?

CLJ 160L is a 1972 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 20 September 1972.

Is CLJ 160L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLJ 160L shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLJ 160L have outstanding finance?

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