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SF55 AMW

2005 Daimler Super V8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,086 mi
Last recorded47,086 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2012
Typical for 2005 Daimler Super V860,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 AMW
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2012 47,086 miles

wipers smearing

Pass 1 Sep 2012 45,301 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 39,629 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 35,227 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Oct 2010 35,227 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 30,663 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 23,565 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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SF55 AMW is a 2005 Daimler Super V8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 60,607 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SF55 AMW, 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 21 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SF55 AMW?

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What year was SF55 AMW registered?

SF55 AMW is a 2005 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is SF55 AMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF55 AMW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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