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GRU 753D

1966 Daimler V8 250

Red Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

82,539 mi
Last recorded82,539 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1966 Daimler V8 25072,552 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRU 753D
MakeDaimler
ModelV8 250
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 82,539 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 May 2016 81,977 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 May 2015 81,621 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 81,620 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 81,199 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 80,976 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 80,457 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 May 2011 80,136 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 79,826 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 34,821 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 79,125 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 78,729 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 78,268 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler V8 250?

Based on 4,309 MOT tests across 489 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
489
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
brake binding 73
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 70
Stop lamp not working 67
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GRU 753D is a 1966 Daimler V8 250 in Red with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1966 Daimler V8 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 72,552 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler V8 250 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRU 753D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 60 years old, this Daimler V8 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRU 753D registered?

GRU 753D is a 1966 Daimler V8 250, first registered on 29 June 1966.

Is GRU 753D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRU 753D shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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