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XBZ 5650

1988 Daimler V8

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,815 mi
Last recorded42,815 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2009
Typical for 1988 Daimler V882,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBZ 5650
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2009 42,815 miles

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

slight oil leak at p/steering box assly.

Fail 23 Feb 2009 42,815 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

slight oil leak at p/steering box assly.

Fail 26 Jan 2009 42,815 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

slight oil leak at p/steering box assly.

Pass 17 Dec 2007 42,815 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 42,815 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 42,815 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 42,815 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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XBZ 5650 is a 1988 Daimler V8 in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 82,413 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XBZ 5650, 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 38 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 XBZ 5650 registered?

XBZ 5650 is a 1988 Daimler V8, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is XBZ 5650 safe to buy?

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