MOT Status
ValidMileage
74,287 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
vehicle underside corroded
front brakes sticking slightly & n/s rear
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
steering rack showing slight signs of leaking
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign?
Based on 3,476 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TAO 401S is a 1977 Daimler Sovereign in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1977 Daimler Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,070 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 TAO 401S, 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 49 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 TAO 401S?
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What year was TAO 401S registered?
TAO 401S is a 1977 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 26 September 1977.
Is TAO 401S safe to buy?
The MOT history for TAO 401S shows 11 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 TAO 401S have outstanding finance?
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