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F908 EGG

1988 Daimler V8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

87,159 mi
Last recorded87,159 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1988 Daimler V882,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF908 EGG
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 87,159 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 87,005 miles

advise both nearside tyres starting to crack

Pass 6 Jun 2016 86,982 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 86,907 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 86,801 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

advise nearside front tyre starting to crack

Pass 30 May 2013 86,758 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 86,701 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 86,396 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 85,823 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 85,812 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 85,860 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 85,589 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 82,413 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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F908 EGG is a 1988 Daimler V8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F908 EGG, 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.

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What year was F908 EGG registered?

F908 EGG is a 1988 Daimler V8, first registered on 19 August 1988.

Is F908 EGG safe to buy?

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