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OFO 488

1996 Daimler Sp 250

Silver Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,298 mi
Last recorded1,298 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFO 488
MakeDaimler
ModelSp 250
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 1,298 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 746 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 209 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 209 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

wipers poor

Fail 21 Jun 2011 209 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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

wipers poor

Pass 20 Mar 2010 209 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 209 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2008 149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 149 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Daimler Sp 250?

Based on 5,091 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
388
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Horn not working 57
Stop lamp not working 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 46
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OFO 488 is a 1996 Daimler Sp 250 in Silver with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Daimler Sp 250 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFO 488, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sp 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 30 years old, this Daimler Sp 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFO 488 registered?

OFO 488 is a 1996 Daimler Sp 250, first registered on 14 February 1996.

Is OFO 488 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFO 488 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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