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LG56 VEF

2006 Daimler V8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

57,356 mi
Last recorded57,356 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Daimler V847,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG56 VEF
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 57,356 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 57,343 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Upper suspension arm rear joint gaiter perished and torn. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Gaiter perished and torn. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer arm ball joint gaiter perished and torn. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer tyre wall lightly cracked/perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 57,013 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 57,004 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 56,867 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 56,867 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn OUTER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn OUTER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 55,993 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 55,859 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2020 54,589 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 54,588 miles

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2018 54,399 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 54,399 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 52,470 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 52,469 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.2.1f)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 45,354 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 38,809 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 33,530 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 33,528 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 30,302 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 30,301 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 26,363 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 26,288 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 19,962 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake pads not visible

Fail 23 Aug 2011 19,962 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake pads not visible

Pass 15 Sep 2010 14,059 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 11,974 miles

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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LG56 VEF is a 2006 Daimler V8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2006 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 47,684 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 LG56 VEF, 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 20 years old, this Daimler V8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG56 VEF registered?

LG56 VEF is a 2006 Daimler V8, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is LG56 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG56 VEF shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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