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MIL 4888

1997 Daimler 4.0 Auto

Black Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,876 mi
Last recorded126,876 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Daimler 4.0 Auto114,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIL 4888
MakeDaimler
Model4.0 Auto
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 126,876 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 125,800 miles

Central Rear brake light not working,if connected

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 17 Nov 2016 125,794 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Central Rear brake light not working,if connected

Offside Front washer not working

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 124,387 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 122,736 miles

oil leak

Fail 20 Nov 2014 122,736 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2013 121,059 miles

front brake flexy hoses starting to crack

front brakes getting low

offside front wishbone arm bushes slighly weak

power steering slight leak

Pass 21 Nov 2012 119,447 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 116,646 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Dec 2010 114,338 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 114,331 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 111,061 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 106,189 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 100,786 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 96,638 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 96,936 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Daimler 4.0 Auto?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 562 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
1,596
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 259
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 146
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
wheel bearing has excessive play 100
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 87
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MIL 4888 is a 1997 Daimler 4.0 Auto in Black with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Daimler 4.0 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 114,338 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 4.0 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIL 4888, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler 4.0 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Daimler 4.0 Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MIL 4888 registered?

MIL 4888 is a 1997 Daimler 4.0 Auto, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is MIL 4888 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIL 4888 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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