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MY55 DMR

2005 Daimler Super V8

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,922 mi
Last recorded32,922 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Daimler Super V860,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY55 DMR
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 32,922 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 31,695 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 31,695 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 30,969 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 30,731 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 30,730 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 29,169 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 29,080 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 29,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged flat spot on tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged flat spot on tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 29,074 miles

Offside Rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

Pass 24 Aug 2016 27,612 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 27,074 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 26,409 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 26,409 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 25,857 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 25,064 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 23,606 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 22,822 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 21,975 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 20,110 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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MY55 DMR is a 2005 Daimler Super V8 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MY55 DMR, 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 MY55 DMR registered?

MY55 DMR is a 2005 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is MY55 DMR safe to buy?

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