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R2 LRJ

1998 Daimler Super V8

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,835 mi
Last recorded34,835 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Daimler Super V894,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 LRJ
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2016 34,835 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 34,052 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 33,527 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 32,493 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 30,657 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 30,641 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 29,017 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 29,132 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 26,985 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 24,943 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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R2 LRJ is a 1998 Daimler Super V8 in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R2 LRJ, 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

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What year was R2 LRJ registered?

R2 LRJ is a 1998 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R2 LRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 LRJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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