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RIW 1544

2002 Daimler Super V8

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,932 mi
Last recorded73,932 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Daimler Super V875,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIW 1544
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2014 73,932 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 72,118 miles

advise unable to fully inspect underside due to heavy undersealing

Pass 25 Oct 2012 70,894 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 70,894 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 69,823 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 65,743 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise slight corrosion on near and off side inner sills

Pass 23 Oct 2009 61,973 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 56,877 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 47,382 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 42,261 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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RIW 1544 is a 2002 Daimler Super V8 in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 75,996 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 RIW 1544, 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 24 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RIW 1544 registered?

RIW 1544 is a 2002 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is RIW 1544 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIW 1544 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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