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N871 LWV

1996 Daimler Six LWB Auto

Silver Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

117,630 mi
Last recorded117,630 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Daimler Six LWB Auto108,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN871 LWV
MakeDaimler
ModelSix LWB Auto
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 117,630 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component both steering rack end (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 117,627 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component offside steering rack end (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 117,602 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 117,553 miles

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

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 117,552 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Steering box leaking oil steering rack (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 117,522 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 116,361 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 113,353 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 108,655 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 105,232 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 102,468 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 100,758 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 96,198 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 96,198 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 89,579 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 83,711 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 78,931 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 78,931 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 75,859 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 75,859 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 73,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 15 Oct 2008 73,373 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 70,828 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 67,506 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 67,502 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Daimler Six LWB Auto?

Based on 1,362 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 58
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 19
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 19
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
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N871 LWV is a 1996 Daimler Six LWB Auto in Silver with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1996 Daimler Six LWB Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 108,265 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 Six LWB Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N871 LWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Six LWB Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Daimler Six LWB Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N871 LWV registered?

N871 LWV is a 1996 Daimler Six LWB Auto, first registered on 31 January 1996.

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