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HV08 YYG

2008 Daimler Super V8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

63,283 mi
Last recorded63,283 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Daimler Super V859,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 YYG
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 63,283 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 63,283 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 62,112 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 59,553 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 59,551 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 57,983 miles

suspect headlight washer bottle / pipe leaking

Pass 28 Sep 2021 55,782 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

headlamp washers insufficient fluid (mandatory from 1.sept.09)

Pass 6 Oct 2020 53,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 49,903 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 49,903 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 48,179 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 46,958 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 46,049 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 46,041 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 44,773 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 44,228 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F TYRE WEARING ON INNER TREAD.

Pass 2 Apr 2013 43,527 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wiper blades wearing out

Pass 5 Apr 2012 42,223 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 40,216 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Super V8?

Based on 11,576 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
2,238
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 342
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 154
Brake pipe excessively corroded 143
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 118
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HV08 YYG is a 2008 Daimler Super V8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 59,532 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Daimler Super V8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 342 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV08 YYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Super V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV08 YYG registered?

HV08 YYG is a 2008 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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