Daimler 4.0 Auto (1992)
1992 Daimler 4.0 Auto
CarHunch analysed 139 real MOT records for the 1992 Daimler 4.0 Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1992 Daimler 4.0 is a serious reliability gamble: only 38.2% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning nearly two in three will need work before they're roadworthy. Dangerous defects show up in 13.7% of examples, which isn't catastrophic but worth factoring into your inspection budget.
These cars are averaging over 121,000 miles, which is high for their age, and they're racking up 1.13 failures and 6.6 advisories per test—typically pointing to worn suspension, hydraulics, and electrical gremlins common to ageing luxury saloons. If you're seriously considering one, budget for a pre-purchase inspection by someone who knows these cars inside out, because the MOT data suggests Band-Aid repairs won't cut it.
What to check before buying a 1992 Daimler 4.0 Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 138 | 37.8% | 1.14 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1992 Daimler 4.0 Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1992 Daimler 4.0 Auto vehicles fall between 95,521 and 141,795 miles.
MOT History Averages
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