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R193 STA

1997 Daimler V8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,829 mi
Last recorded47,829 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Daimler V889,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR193 STA
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 47,829 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 47,490 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2012 46,729 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 45,962 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 44,280 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 41,430 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 39,049 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 38,797 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 34,269 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 31,686 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)

How Reliable is the Daimler V8?

Based on 22,704 MOT tests across 2,052 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,164
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,052
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 495
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 422
parking brake recording little or no effort 308
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R193 STA is a 1997 Daimler V8 in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 89,719 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler V8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R193 STA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 29 years old, this Daimler V8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R193 STA registered?

R193 STA is a 1997 Daimler V8, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is R193 STA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R193 STA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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