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R449 FOJ

1997 Daimler V8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

130,592 mi
Last recorded130,592 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Daimler V889,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR449 FOJ
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 130,592 miles

CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

Pass 15 Jan 2025 128,638 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 125,598 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 122,074 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 119,361 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2021 115,969 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

signs of corrosion on rear chassis number

Pass 10 Jul 2019 111,577 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 111,571 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg/ front subframe mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 107,856 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive behind shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2018 107,848 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive behind shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 101,743 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Upper Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Upper Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 96,988 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 90,908 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Jul 2014 84,640 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 78,754 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 72,705 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 66,336 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 58,979 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 13 Apr 2010 58,963 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Small clearance between nsf coil spring and anti-roll bar.

Pass 17 Nov 2008 49,841 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 49,841 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 47,922 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 45,518 miles

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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R449 FOJ is a 1997 Daimler V8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R449 FOJ, 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.

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What year was R449 FOJ registered?

R449 FOJ is a 1997 Daimler V8, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R449 FOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R449 FOJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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