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XYK 602T

1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,437 mi
Last recorded65,437 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2010
Typical for 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto58,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYK 602T
MakeDaimler
ModelSovereign 4.2 LWB Auto
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2010 65,437 miles

o/s h/light slightly low o/s+n/stre s/play r/b discs corroded due to lack of use

Pass 22 Aug 2008 65,210 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Cover on n/s rear drive shaft inner cv joint loose

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 65,210 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Cover on n/s rear drive shaft inner cv joint loose

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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XYK 602T is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XYK 602T, 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.

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What year was XYK 602T registered?

XYK 602T is a 1978 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 LWB Auto, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is XYK 602T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYK 602T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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