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E400 UWY

1988 Daimler V8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,897 mi
Last recorded87,897 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2008
Typical for 1988 Daimler V882,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE400 UWY
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2008 87,897 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 87,286 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 85,756 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 85,756 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 85,525 miles

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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E400 UWY is a 1988 Daimler V8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 82,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E400 UWY, 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 38 years old, this Daimler V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E400 UWY?

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What year was E400 UWY registered?

E400 UWY is a 1988 Daimler V8, first registered on 21 March 1988.

Is E400 UWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E400 UWY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E400 UWY have outstanding finance?

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