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XSN 78A

1963 Daimler V8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

1,376 mi
Last recorded1,376 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 1963 Daimler V832,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSN 78A
MakeDaimler
ModelV8
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 1,376 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 1,083 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 930 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 754 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 733 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 611 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 589 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 5,088 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 13 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 3,045 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 2,985 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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XSN 78A is a 1963 Daimler V8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1963 Daimler V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 32,630 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XSN 78A, 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 63 years old, this Daimler V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XSN 78A?

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What year was XSN 78A registered?

XSN 78A is a 1963 Daimler V8, first registered on 31 December 1963.

Is XSN 78A safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSN 78A shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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