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R191 BLE

1998 Daimler Super V8

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,831 mi
Last recorded35,831 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2020
Typical for 1998 Daimler Super V894,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR191 BLE
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2020 35,831 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 34,422 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 30,855 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 28,571 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 27,511 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 27,219 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2014 27,203 miles

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

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 27,178 miles

Corrosion starting to develope on near-side front, inner body sill (close to jacking point)

Corrosion starting to develope on near-side rear park brake cable (protection peeling off)

Corrosion starting to develope on off-side front, inner body sill (close to jacking point)

Corrosion starting to develope on off-side rear, inner body sill (close to jacking point)

Fail 7 Jan 2011 26,517 miles

Airbag warning light on

Engine oil level low

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 26,517 miles

Airbag warning light on

Engine oil level low

Pass 13 Aug 2009 25,814 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 19,287 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 19,287 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

rear suspension has slight end float play

Pass 6 Jul 2007 12,355 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 3,547 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 72,756 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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R191 BLE is a 1998 Daimler Super V8 in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 94,087 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R191 BLE, 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 28 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R191 BLE?

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What year was R191 BLE registered?

R191 BLE is a 1998 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R191 BLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R191 BLE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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