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SPE 471F

1983 Daimler V8

Blue Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,831 mi
Last recorded24,831 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1983 Daimler V847,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPE 471F
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 24,831 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust mount worn

Pass 23 May 2016 24,293 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 May 2016 24,293 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 23,737 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 22,511 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 22,511 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 May 2013 22,010 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 21,368 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 21,368 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 20,564 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 20,311 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 20,075 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 19,564 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 18,516 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 16,948 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler V8?

Based on 22,704 MOT tests across 2,052 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,164
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,052
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 495
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 422
parking brake recording little or no effort 308
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SPE 471F is a 1983 Daimler V8 in Blue with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 47,017 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler V8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPE 471F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 43 years old, this Daimler V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SPE 471F registered?

SPE 471F is a 1983 Daimler V8, first registered on 30 November 1983.

Is SPE 471F safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPE 471F shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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