1996 Daimler V8 4.0L Petrol · 1343 RF

The Daimler V8 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent test on 21 October 2025 at 104,509 miles returning a pass with no defects recorded. Prior annual tests in October 2024 at 103,386 miles and October 2023 at 102,385 miles also passed cleanly. The vehicle shows no worsening mechanical faults across the recorded period. The recorded mileage of 104,509 at 30 years old equates to roughly 3,484 miles per year, indicating light use. The test on 2 November 2022 at 101,085 miles and the subsequent 2023 entries at 102,385 miles confirm low annual accumulation of around 1,000 to 1,300 miles. A failed test on 30 October 2023 at 102,385 miles was followed one day later by a pass at identical mileage with no defects listed, suggesting an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical defect. The sparse, clean record implies the previous keeper maintained basic statutory compliance. Given the low mileage and absence of advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions, the DVSA data alone reveals no recurring consumable or structural concerns. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of underside structural integrity and coil springs, as a 1996 vehicle may harbour hidden rust not captured in pass results. Verify the 30 October 2023 failure reason via DVSA archives, since the supplied record shows no defect text.