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FYD 640T

1979 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,421 mi
Last recorded32,421 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2009
Typical for 1979 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto31,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYD 640T
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign 4.2 LWB Auto
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2009 32,421 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 31,429 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 30,363 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 29,336 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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FYD 640T is a 1979 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 31,906 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 FYD 640T, 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 47 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 FYD 640T registered?

FYD 640T is a 1979 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is FYD 640T safe to buy?

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