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J188 DHM

1992 Leyland Daf

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2007
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

155,836 mi
Last recorded155,836 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2007
Typical for 1992 Leyland Daf110,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ188 DHM
MakeLeyland
ModelDaf
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2007 155,836 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

long handbrake travel. † †slight play in both rear anti roll bar 'd' bushes. † †slight lift in both front king pins. † †slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 18 Sep 2006 154,022 miles

as per advise sheet issued by a.parker on 12/9/06

Fail 12 Sep 2006 154,018 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

bonnet pull broken

clutch mechanism worn

dash shroud in secure

front brake pipes rusty

fuel cao seal poor

general vehicle rust

headlamps in very poor condition

nail in near side rear tyre

off side front tyre perished/cut/low on tread

play at front wheels. king pins/wheel bearings

rear doors latch poorly

slight uneven rise and fall at rear brakes and fluctuation

test class changed from cless 5L to class 4. only 12 seats fitted at time of test.

Fail 31 Aug 2005 149,980 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.3.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Side repeater not in good working order (not working) (1.5.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.8.A.5c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

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

engine oil leaks

nails in nearside rear & offside front tyres

nearside rear bumper loose

offside front bumper loose

offside rear spring,rear eye bush worn

play in nearside & offside king pins

slight play in steering column top bush

windscreen chipped on nearside

How Reliable is the Leyland Daf?

Based on 494 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

62.3%
Pass Rate
2,946
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 43
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 34
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 34
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 29
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J188 DHM is a 1992 Leyland Daf in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

Across all 1992 Leyland Daf models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.4% with a typical mileage of 110,690 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 Leyland Daf fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J188 DHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Leyland Daf typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Leyland Daf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J188 DHM registered?

J188 DHM is a 1992 Leyland Daf, first registered on 26 March 1992.

Is J188 DHM safe to buy?

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