DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO (1990)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 43 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
43
Avg Mileage
96,121 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DAIMLER brand average of 77%.
At 34 years old, 67% of DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTOs from 1990 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 43 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 96,121 miles.
How does the 1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO has 96,121 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 251,600 miles for a 34-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO
The 1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO is a performance with a 5343cc petrol engine. 43 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 91% of 1990 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 96,121 miles at 34 years old, DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO Fuel Costs
The 5343cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO
At 34 years old, the DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 43 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1990 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX AUTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- JAGUAR XJS (1990) 82% pass rate (+15%) from 1,011 tests
- MERCEDES 500 (1991) 87% pass rate (+20%) from 356 tests
- MERCEDES SL (1991) 86% pass rate (+19%) from 288 tests
- JAGUAR XJ (1990) 86% pass rate (+19%) from 282 tests