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MBV 420G

1990 Daimler V8 250

Green Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

84,734 mi
Last recorded84,734 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBV 420G
MakeDaimler
ModelV8 250
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 84,734 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2018 84,708 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 83,405 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 83,405 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 83,101 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 82,281 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 81,774 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak and rear diff leaking oil

Pass 5 Aug 2011 80,891 miles

washers weak

Pass 10 Aug 2010 80,362 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 80,347 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 79,794 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 79,750 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fail 21 Jul 2008 79,422 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 79,422 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 78,630 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 77,904 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler V8 250?

Based on 4,309 MOT tests across 489 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
489
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
brake binding 73
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 70
Stop lamp not working 67
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MBV 420G is a 1990 Daimler V8 250 in Green with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

The most common reason a Daimler V8 250 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBV 420G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 36 years old, this Daimler V8 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MBV 420G registered?

MBV 420G is a 1990 Daimler V8 250, first registered on 5 February 1990.

Is MBV 420G safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBV 420G shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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