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VYX 485G

1969 Daimler Sovereign

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,879 mi
Last recorded62,879 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 1969 Daimler Sovereign47,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYX 485G
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 62,879 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 62,822 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 62,788 miles

Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front subframe (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 62,775 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 62,769 miles

Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

o/s wiper rubber split hand brake on

worn top steering bush rear exhaust rubber split

Pass 24 Jul 2008 62,731 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 52,713 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 62,638 miles

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front sub frame front mounts delaminated

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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VYX 485G is a 1969 Daimler Sovereign in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VYX 485G, 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

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What year was VYX 485G registered?

VYX 485G is a 1969 Daimler Sovereign, first registered on 30 January 1969.

Is VYX 485G safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYX 485G shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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