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DKR 199C

1965 Daimler V8

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,711 mi
Last recorded72,711 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1965 Daimler V858,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKR 199C
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1965
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 72,711 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 72,662 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 72,596 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 72,596 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Inner Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2014 72,503 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside rear tyre has age cracks in the sidewall not through to the cords

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 72,503 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside rear tyre has age cracks in the sidewall not through to the cords

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 72,470 miles

Nearside rear tyre has age cracks in the tread, not through to the cords

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 72,470 miles

Nearside rear tyre has age cracks in the tread, not through to the cords

Pass 25 May 2012 72,437 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 72,419 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 72,401 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 72,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 72,346 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 72,324 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 72,311 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Daimler V8?

Based on 22,704 MOT tests across 2,052 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,164
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,052
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 495
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 422
parking brake recording little or no effort 308
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DKR 199C is a 1965 Daimler V8 in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1965 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 58,711 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 V8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DKR 199C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Daimler V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DKR 199C?

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What year was DKR 199C registered?

DKR 199C is a 1965 Daimler V8, first registered on 1 January 1965.

Is DKR 199C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKR 199C shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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