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FSU 706

1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,994 mi
Last recorded67,994 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2007
Typical for 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto58,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSU 706
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign 4.2 LWB Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2007 67,994 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto?

Based on 1,173 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 49
brake binding 40
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FSU 706 is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 58,310 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FSU 706, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FSU 706 registered?

FSU 706 is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is FSU 706 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSU 706 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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