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R295 KDS

1998 Daf Unknown

Red Diesel 5883cc
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MOT Status

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Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR295 KDS
MakeDaf
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,883cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025
Fail 21 Nov 2025

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2024

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 2 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2023

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Daf Unknown?

Based on 737 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
7,302
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 5
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 4
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4
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R295 KDS is a 1998 Daf Unknown in Red with a 5,883cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Daf Unknown fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R295 KDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daf Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 28 years old, this Daf Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R295 KDS registered?

R295 KDS is a 1998 Daf Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R295 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R295 KDS shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R295 KDS have outstanding finance?

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