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YMM 59G

1971 Daimler V8 250

Blue Petrol 2548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,798 mi
Last recorded3,798 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMM 59G
MakeDaimler
ModelV8 250
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,548cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2010 3,798 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyres Starting to Crack

Pass 19 Jan 2010 3,670 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 3,542 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 3,444 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 3,254 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 2,789 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 2,789 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Daimler V8 250?

Based on 4,309 MOT tests across 489 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
489
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
brake binding 73
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 70
Stop lamp not working 67
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YMM 59G is a 1971 Daimler V8 250 in Blue with a 2,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Daimler V8 250 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YMM 59G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler V8 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Daimler V8 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YMM 59G registered?

YMM 59G is a 1971 Daimler V8 250, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is YMM 59G safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMM 59G 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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