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ECW 848W

1980 Daimler Sovereign

Green Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,329 mi
Last recorded94,329 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2007
Typical for 1980 Daimler Sovereign57,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECW 848W
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2007 94,329 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 94,329 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 94,329 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?

Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
brake binding 76
Headlamp not working on main beam 68
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ECW 848W is a 1980 Daimler Sovereign in Green with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 57,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Sovereign fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ECW 848W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 46 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ECW 848W?

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What year was ECW 848W registered?

ECW 848W is a 1980 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 5 September 1980.

Is ECW 848W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECW 848W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ECW 848W have outstanding finance?

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