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P300 FDS

1997 Daimler 4.0 Auto

Black Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,789 mi
Last recorded142,789 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Daimler 4.0 Auto114,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP300 FDS
MakeDaimler
Model4.0 Auto
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 142,789 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Jul 2016 141,134 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Hand brake needs some slight adjustment

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Jul 2016 141,134 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Hand brake needs some slight adjustment

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jul 2015 139,388 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 137,814 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 135,774 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 133,096 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 130,122 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 126,530 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 120,844 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 112,419 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 99,553 miles

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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P300 FDS is a 1997 Daimler 4.0 Auto in Black with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P300 FDS, 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.

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What year was P300 FDS registered?

P300 FDS is a 1997 Daimler 4.0 Auto, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P300 FDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P300 FDS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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