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S505 NNK

1998 Daimler Super V8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,935 mi
Last recorded133,935 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Daimler Super V894,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS505 NNK
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 133,935 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 133,387 miles

Nearside Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 132,975 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 132,971 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 132,949 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 132,693 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 132,639 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 132,142 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 130,426 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 130,166 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 130,159 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 129,700 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 129,700 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 128,526 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 128,037 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 127,178 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 127,178 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 126,286 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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S505 NNK is a 1998 Daimler Super V8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S505 NNK, 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 S505 NNK registered?

S505 NNK is a 1998 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S505 NNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S505 NNK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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