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Daimler V8

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

T263 BDVMOT history

T263 BDV is a blue petrol Daimler V8 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2021 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2021
Mileage
155,026 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T263 BDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daimler
Model
V8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2021
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T263 BDV was last recorded at 155,026 miles on 26 Jan 2023, 2,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,618 miles · 25 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
2,408 miles
Average per year
1,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,026 miles
  • 2020 – 152,618 miles
  • 2018 – 149,144 miles
  • 2017 – 147,672 miles
  • 2016 – 145,451 miles
  • 2015 – 144,611 miles
  • 2014 – 143,881 miles
  • 2013 – 142,869 miles
  • 2012 – 141,558 miles
  • 2011 – 140,099 miles
  • 2010 – 138,606 miles
  • 2009 – 137,392 miles
  • 2008 – 134,242 miles
  • 2006 – 134,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,026 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorFloor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside front chassis/box section holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,026 miles (+2,408)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,026 miles
    Test number
    515633509348
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFloor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass152,618 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    152,618 miles
    Test number
    419607910614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis/box section holed

  3. Fail152,618 miles (+3,474)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,618 miles
    Test number
    911779335306
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis/box section holed

  4. Pass149,144 miles (+1,472)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    149,144 miles
    Test number
    263948472896
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nearside cat (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread cracking outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread cracking outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryMovement in rear sub frame bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis rail holed

  5. Pass147,672 miles (+2,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    147,672 miles
    Test number
    119858845872
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chasis rail hole caused by corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp insecure

  6. Pass145,451 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    145,451 miles
    Test number
    655602026345
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Fail145,447 miles (+836)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,447 miles
    Test number
    390650102574
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass144,611 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    144,611 miles
    Test number
    233472553994
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  9. Fail144,602 miles (+721)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,602 miles
    Test number
    795289366078
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  10. Pass143,881 miles (+1,012)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    143,881 miles
    Test number
    927828394118
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  11. Pass142,869 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    142,869 miles
    Test number
    278089793102
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  12. Fail142,869 miles (+1,311)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,869 miles
    Test number
    865227993135
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  13. Pass141,558 miles (+13)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    141,558 miles
    Test number
    877816692194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  14. Fail141,545 miles (+1,446)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,545 miles
    Test number
    467408382145
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  15. Pass140,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    140,099 miles
    Test number
    545932281173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail140,099 miles (+1,493)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,099 miles
    Test number
    297942781135
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass138,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    138,606 miles
    Test number
    494342880143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail138,606 miles (+1,214)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,606 miles
    Test number
    420501180108
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass137,392 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    137,392 miles
    Test number
    512795979169
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  20. Fail137,392 miles (+3,150)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,392 miles
    Test number
    824664479176
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  21. Fail134,242 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,242 miles
    Test number
    272538108428
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  22. Pass134,242 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    134,242 miles
    Test number
    950448408196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail134,206 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,206 miles
    Test number
    181329146304
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass134,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    134,206 miles
    Test number
    443159646334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T263 BDV

Does T263 BDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T263 BDV expired on 24 Sept 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T263 BDV?
The MOT on T263 BDV expired on 24 Sept 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T263 BDV done?
T263 BDV was recorded at 155,026 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2023, an average of 1,292 miles a year.
Has T263 BDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T263 BDV has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T263 BDV 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 T263 BDV find?
T263 BDV failed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2023 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; floor excessively deteriorated; headlamp levelling device inoperative, and 10 more.

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