Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 177 vehicles, the 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 65.1%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Daimler Double Six Auto (1985)

177 real MOT outcomes analysed • 65.1% first-time pass rate

1985 Daimler Double Six Auto

CarHunch analysed 177 real MOT records for the 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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We have limited data for the 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

65.1%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

3.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.38

Over 2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

75k

Middle half: 46k–117k

For context

These stats describe 177 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 177 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	176	65.2%	0.38

Mileage Distribution

Most 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

75,285

typical

45,736

low mileage

117,314

high mileage

Half of all 1985 Daimler Double Six Auto vehicles fall between 45,736 and 117,314 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 45,736 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 45,736–117,314 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1985 Daimler Double Six Autos sit.

⚠ Over 158,373 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.38

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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