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V478 SVY

1999 Daimler Super V8

Green Lpg 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,924 mi
Last recorded109,924 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2011
Typical for 1999 Daimler Super V890,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV478 SVY
MakeDaimler
ModelSuper V8
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2011 109,924 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 109,788 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f chassis leg corroding

Pass 25 Oct 2010 99,764 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 92,701 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 85,870 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 77,891 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 72,248 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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V478 SVY is a 1999 Daimler Super V8 in Green with a 3,996cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Daimler Super V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 90,323 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V478 SVY, 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 27 years old, this Daimler Super V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of V478 SVY?

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What year was V478 SVY registered?

V478 SVY is a 1999 Daimler Super V8, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V478 SVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V478 SVY 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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