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OFC 406T

1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,337 mi
Last recorded74,337 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto58,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFC 406T
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign 4.2 LWB Auto
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 74,337 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad requires its condition of its friction material checking

Pass 11 Jun 2025 73,654 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 72,879 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 72,424 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 71,923 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 71,100 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 70,125 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 69,528 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 69,263 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 68,470 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 67,966 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 67,101 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 66,723 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 66,239 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 65,837 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 64,840 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 63,803 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 63,152 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 62,517 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto?

Based on 1,173 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 49
brake binding 40
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OFC 406T is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 58,310 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFC 406T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFC 406T registered?

OFC 406T is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is OFC 406T safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFC 406T shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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