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E434 EDV

1988 Daimler Double Six

Blue Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

124,076 mi
Last recorded124,076 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2008
Typical for 1988 Daimler Double Six77,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE434 EDV
MakeDaimler
ModelDouble Six
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2008 124,076 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 120,661 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 120,654 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 13 May 2006 107,075 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 107,071 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

How Reliable is the Daimler Double Six?

Based on 2,041 MOT tests across 264 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
563
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 60
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 31
Headlamp not working on main beam 29
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E434 EDV is a 1988 Daimler Double Six in Blue with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 Daimler Double Six models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 77,246 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 Double Six fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E434 EDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Double Six typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 38 years old, this Daimler Double Six is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E434 EDV registered?

E434 EDV is a 1988 Daimler Double Six, first registered on 12 May 1988.

Is E434 EDV safe to buy?

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