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L478 MJB

1994 Daimler Double Six Auto

Grey Petrol 5993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

24,784 mi
Last recorded24,784 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 1994 Daimler Double Six Auto91,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL478 MJB
MakeDaimler
ModelDouble Six Auto
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 24,784 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 24,765 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 24,617 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 24,617 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 23,799 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 22,769 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 21,196 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 21,196 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (1.3.1a)

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 20,543 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 20,543 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 19,207 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 17,582 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

wind screen stone chip

Pass 14 Sep 2011 17,560 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 15,331 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 12,873 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 10,251 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 8,381 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 5,866 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 5,796 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Daimler Double Six Auto?

Based on 3,881 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
512
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 125
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 104
parking brake recording little or no effort 93
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 91
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L478 MJB is a 1994 Daimler Double Six Auto in Grey with a 5,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1994 Daimler Double Six Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,956 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 Double Six Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L478 MJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Double Six Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 32 years old, this Daimler Double Six Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L478 MJB registered?

L478 MJB is a 1994 Daimler Double Six Auto, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L478 MJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L478 MJB shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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