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THC 347S

1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,352 mi
Last recorded97,352 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2011
Typical for 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto58,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHC 347S
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign 4.2 LWB Auto
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2011 97,352 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 97,349 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 97,345 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 97,342 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 97,338 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto?

Based on 1,173 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 49
brake binding 40
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THC 347S is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 58,310 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying THC 347S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was THC 347S registered?

THC 347S is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto, first registered on 19 May 1978.

Is THC 347S safe to buy?

The MOT history for THC 347S shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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