1992 Daimler Saloon MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Saloon models manufactured in 1992, based on 49 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1992 Daimler Saloon MOT Analysis
The 1992 Daimler Saloon has an MOT pass rate of 63.3% based on 49 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 67,799 miles on the odometer. With a 36.7% failure rate, the 1992 Saloon is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1992 Daimler Saloon is Visibility, responsible for 20.4% of failures. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs range from £10–300.
Top failures specific to 1992 models only. The overall Saloon page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
View as table
| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 20.4% | 10 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 67,799 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
View as table
| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 3.01 | 20.4% | 10 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1992 Daimler Saloon has an MOT pass rate of 63.3% based on 49 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 67,799 miles on the odometer. With a 36.7% failure rate, the 1992 Saloon is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1992 Daimler Saloon, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to visibility: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable. At 67,799 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Visibility — 20.4% of failures
Visibility issues account for 20.4% of MOT failures on 1992 Daimler Saloon models. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.