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LF55 FAU

2005 Daimler Super V8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,962 mi
Last recorded35,962 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Daimler Super V860,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 FAU
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 35,962 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 35,192 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 34,034 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 32,705 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 31,920 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 31,232 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 31,232 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 30,332 miles

Offside Front slight corrosion

Pass 21 Aug 2017 29,594 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 28,427 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 27,292 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 26,472 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 25,500 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 23,406 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 6,252 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 5,492 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 5,492 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 4,691 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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LF55 FAU is a 2005 Daimler Super V8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 60,607 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LF55 FAU, 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 21 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF55 FAU registered?

LF55 FAU is a 2005 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is LF55 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF55 FAU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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