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F854 NPE

1988 Daimler 3.6 Auto

Blue Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

74,993 mi
Last recorded74,993 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Daimler 3.6 Auto79,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF854 NPE
MakeDaimler
Model3.6 Auto
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 74,993 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 74,924 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 74,853 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2015 74,789 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 74,470 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 71,567 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 136,652 miles

Offside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Fail 21 Oct 2009 136,651 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2008 136,103 miles

N/S/R Light lens ceacked

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Nov 2008 136,103 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

N/S/R Light lens ceacked

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 133,927 miles

n/s/r light cracked

Oil leak

Fail 12 Nov 2007 133,927 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

n/s/r light cracked

Pass 8 Jun 2007 71,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 May 2006 70,587 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 70,584 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the Daimler 3.6 Auto?

Based on 2,297 MOT tests across 396 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
969
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
396
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 152
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 75
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F854 NPE is a 1988 Daimler 3.6 Auto in Blue with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1988 Daimler 3.6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 79,032 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler 3.6 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F854 NPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler 3.6 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Daimler 3.6 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F854 NPE registered?

F854 NPE is a 1988 Daimler 3.6 Auto, first registered on 28 September 1988.

Is F854 NPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F854 NPE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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