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Daimler SIX

Beige · Petrol · 1995 · 3,996 cc

C6 DCOMOT history

C6 DCO is a beige petrol Daimler SIX first used on 15 Sept 1995. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 32,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2026
Mileage
32,478 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 DCO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daimler
Model
SIX
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
15 Sept 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

C6 DCO was last recorded at 32,478 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
32,207 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
271 miles
Average per year
533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 32,478 miles
  • 2025 – 32,207 miles
  • 2021 – 31,207 miles
  • 2019 – 30,992 miles
  • 2018 – 30,972 miles
  • 2016 – 30,913 miles
  • 2015 – 30,659 miles
  • 2012 – 30,228 miles
  • 2011 – 29,680 miles
  • 2010 – 29,101 miles
  • 2009 – 27,850 miles
  • 2008 – 25,719 miles
  • 2007 – 23,746 miles
  • 2006 – 21,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail32,478 miles
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both rear silencers....... (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to floor........ (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame mounting........... (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perished........

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail32,478 miles (+271)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,478 miles
    Test number
    271640633480
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both rear silencers....... (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to floor........ (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame mounting........... (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perished........

  2. Pass32,207 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    32,207 miles
    Test number
    242594582850
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear........ (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded....... (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded...... (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering column.......

  3. Fail32,199 miles (+992)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,199 miles
    Test number
    442070634837
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear........ (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded....... (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded...... (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering column.......

  4. Pass31,207 miles (+215)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    31,207 miles
    Test number
    853257844022
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust back boxes corroded.
    • AdvisoryGeneral vehicle corrosion on suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass30,992 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    30,992 miles
    Test number
    123865879555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBack boxes corroaded

  6. Pass30,972 miles (+59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    30,972 miles
    Test number
    806114800501
    • AdvisoryFull exhaust system starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both rear hoses (3.6.B.4e)

  7. Pass30,913 miles (+254)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    30,913 miles
    Test number
    411964467473
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  8. Pass30,659 miles (+431)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,659 miles
    Test number
    736954655118
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass30,228 miles (+548)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,228 miles
    Test number
    745491192150
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBoth center exh poor
    • NoteBoth rear exh boxs poor

  10. Pass29,680 miles (+579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,680 miles
    Test number
    185008481117
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  11. Pass29,101 miles (+1,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,101 miles
    Test number
    704127990197
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  12. Pass27,850 miles (+2,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,850 miles
    Test number
    700578389162
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  13. Pass25,719 miles (+1,973)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,719 miles
    Test number
    631590798150
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  14. Pass23,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,746 miles
    Test number
    142657987122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail23,746 miles (+1,978)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,746 miles
    Test number
    132066887164
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass21,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,768 miles
    Test number
    720907486126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C6 DCO

Does C6 DCO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C6 DCO expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C6 DCO?
The MOT on C6 DCO expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C6 DCO done?
C6 DCO was recorded at 32,478 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 533 miles a year.
Has C6 DCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 DCO has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on C6 DCO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C6 DCO find?
C6 DCO failed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 4 major defects and 7 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both rear silencers.......; nearside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to floor........; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame mounting..........., and 8 more.

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