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R690 DGK

1997 Daimler V8

Purple Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,147 mi
Last recorded61,147 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Daimler V889,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR690 DGK
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2006 61,147 miles

slight play in nearside and offside rear uj's

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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R690 DGK is a 1997 Daimler V8 in Purple with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R690 DGK, 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 R690 DGK registered?

R690 DGK is a 1997 Daimler V8, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is R690 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R690 DGK shows 1 test 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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