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HDA 787J

1971 Daimler Sovereign

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Daimler Sovereign60,685 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDA 787J
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2008

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?

Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
brake binding 76
Headlamp not working on main beam 68
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HDA 787J is a 1971 Daimler Sovereign in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 60,685 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Sovereign fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HDA 787J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of HDA 787J?

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What year was HDA 787J registered?

HDA 787J is a 1971 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 5 March 1971.

Is HDA 787J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDA 787J 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.

Does HDA 787J have outstanding finance?

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