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F871 OCD

1988 Daimler Double Six Auto

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

103,245 mi
Last recorded103,245 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Daimler Double Six Auto81,394 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF871 OCD
MakeDaimler
ModelDouble Six Auto
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 103,245 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 29 May 2024 103,243 miles

VEHICLE UNDERBODY AND ARCHES RESEALED

Pass 30 Sep 2022 103,241 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 103,232 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

under body corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2021 103,232 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

under body corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2020 103,191 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 103,182 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 102,945 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 102,585 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 102,314 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 101,823 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 101,047 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 99,794 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 98,534 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 97,540 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 96,203 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 96,202 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 94,956 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 93,730 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 14 Jun 2008 93,730 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 91,658 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 88,776 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Double Six Auto?

Based on 3,881 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
512
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 125
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 104
parking brake recording little or no effort 93
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 91
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F871 OCD is a 1988 Daimler Double Six Auto in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1988 Daimler Double Six Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 81,394 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Double Six Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F871 OCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Double Six Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 38 years old, this Daimler Double Six Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F871 OCD registered?

F871 OCD is a 1988 Daimler Double Six Auto, first registered on 7 October 1988.

Is F871 OCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F871 OCD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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