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J726 JFM

1991 Daimler V8

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

22,292 mi
Last recorded22,292 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1991 Daimler V899,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ726 JFM
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2024 22,292 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake only just met the minimum required effort of 16%

Pass 7 Aug 2023 21,945 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 21,067 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 20,956 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 20,956 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 20,943 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 19 May 2017 20,941 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 20,890 miles

Both rear tyres cracked.

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2012 20,726 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 33,128 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2011 33,128 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

How Reliable is the Daimler V8?

Based on 22,704 MOT tests across 2,052 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,164
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,052
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 495
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 422
parking brake recording little or no effort 308
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J726 JFM is a 1991 Daimler V8 in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1991 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 99,805 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 V8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J726 JFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 35 years old, this Daimler V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J726 JFM registered?

J726 JFM is a 1991 Daimler V8, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J726 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J726 JFM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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