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DS53 RJS

2005 Daimler Super V8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,212 mi
Last recorded88,212 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Daimler Super V860,607 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 RJS
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 88,212 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 82,429 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 79,034 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 75,943 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 70,396 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 70,382 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 64,840 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 64,368 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 62,580 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 60,289 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 57,874 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 56,159 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 51,475 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 49,526 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Daimler Super V8?

Based on 11,576 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
2,238
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 342
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 154
Brake pipe excessively corroded 143
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 118
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DS53 RJS is a 2005 Daimler Super V8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2005 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 60,607 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Super V8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS53 RJS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Super V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS53 RJS registered?

DS53 RJS is a 2005 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is DS53 RJS safe to buy?

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