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KSV 551

1985 Daimler Dart

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,603 mi
Last recorded39,603 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSV 551
MakeDaimler
ModelDart
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 39,603 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 38,373 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 38,090 miles

both steering rack gaiters wearing

suspension bushes wearing

Pass 12 Jun 2014 36,370 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,780 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 33,347 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 31,603 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

engine oil leak

Pass 20 May 2010 30,801 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak

Fail 17 May 2010 30,795 miles

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2009 26,257 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 26,256 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 May 2008 25,248 miles

front tyres starting to wear unevenly

slight oil leak from offside rear halfshaft oil seal

Pass 8 May 2007 22,436 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 22,436 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 May 2006 21,480 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Dart?

Based on 1,167 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32
Stop lamp not working 13
Headlamp not working on main beam 13
Horn not working 11
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KSV 551 is a 1985 Daimler Dart in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Daimler Dart fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KSV 551, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Dart typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 41 years old, this Daimler Dart is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KSV 551 registered?

KSV 551 is a 1985 Daimler Dart, first registered on 17 January 1985.

Is KSV 551 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KSV 551 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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