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DPJ 996T

1978 Daimler Double Six Auto

Maroon Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,150 mi
Last recorded79,150 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1978 Daimler Double Six Auto76,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 996T
MakeDaimler
ModelDouble Six Auto
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 79,150 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 78,571 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 78,292 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 76,523 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 75,762 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 75,760 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 74,968 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2006 74,968 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Daimler Double Six Auto?

Based on 3,881 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
512
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 125
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 104
parking brake recording little or no effort 93
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 91
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DPJ 996T is a 1978 Daimler Double Six Auto in Maroon with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Daimler Double Six Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 76,008 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Double Six Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DPJ 996T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Double Six Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 48 years old, this Daimler Double Six Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DPJ 996T registered?

DPJ 996T is a 1978 Daimler Double Six Auto, first registered on 11 September 1978.

Is DPJ 996T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPJ 996T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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