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H978 KDY

1990 Daimler Double Six

Grey Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,877 mi
Last recorded17,877 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 1990 Daimler Double Six56,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH978 KDY
MakeDaimler
ModelDouble Six
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 17,877 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 21 Apr 2022 17,877 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire on engine n/s & o/s (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 17,512 miles

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

slight play detected in steering rack mounting bushes

Pass 25 Apr 2019 17,120 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 16,805 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Apr 2016 15,272 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 13,033 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 12,202 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 3,178 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 354 miles

Oil leak

front subframe bushes starting to split

Pass 25 Jul 2008 16,078 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Double Six?

Based on 2,041 MOT tests across 264 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
563
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 60
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 31
Headlamp not working on main beam 29
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H978 KDY is a 1990 Daimler Double Six in Grey with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1990 Daimler Double Six models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 56,327 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Double Six fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H978 KDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Double Six typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 36 years old, this Daimler Double Six is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H978 KDY?

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What year was H978 KDY registered?

H978 KDY is a 1990 Daimler Double Six, first registered on 7 September 1990.

Is H978 KDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H978 KDY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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