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SHJ 179G

1969 Daimler Sovereign

Red Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,085 mi
Last recorded88,085 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 1969 Daimler Sovereign47,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHJ 179G
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2020 88,085 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 87,380 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 83,713 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 29 May 2013 82,880 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 80,307 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 76,837 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 73,341 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 72,930 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 71,820 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?

Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
brake binding 76
Headlamp not working on main beam 68
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SHJ 179G is a 1969 Daimler Sovereign in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1969 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 47,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Sovereign fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SHJ 179G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 57 years old, this Daimler Sovereign is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SHJ 179G?

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What year was SHJ 179G registered?

SHJ 179G is a 1969 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 1 May 1969.

Is SHJ 179G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHJ 179G shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHJ 179G have outstanding finance?

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