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RRO 258D

1981 Daimler V8 250

Blue Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,813 mi
Last recorded89,813 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRO 258D
MakeDaimler
ModelV8 250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2021 89,813 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 89,746 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 89,667 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 88,842 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 87,725 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 87,394 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 86,027 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler V8 250?

Based on 4,309 MOT tests across 489 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
489
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
brake binding 73
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 70
Stop lamp not working 67
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RRO 258D is a 1981 Daimler V8 250 in Blue with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Daimler V8 250 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RRO 258D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 45 years old, this Daimler V8 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RRO 258D registered?

RRO 258D is a 1981 Daimler V8 250, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is RRO 258D safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRO 258D shows 7 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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