DAIMLER SIX AUTO (1995)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 44 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
44
Avg Mileage
97,668 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1995 DAIMLER SIX AUTO reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DAIMLER brand average of 77%.
At 29 years old, 68% of DAIMLER SIX AUTOs from 1995 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 44 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 97,668 miles.
How does the 1995 DAIMLER SIX AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1995 DAIMLER SIX AUTO has 97,668 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 214,600 miles for a 29-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 1995 DAIMLER 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 1995 DAIMLER SIX AUTO
The 1995 DAIMLER SIX AUTO is a performance with a 3980cc petrol engine. 44 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 85% of 1995 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 97,668 miles at 29 years old, DAIMLER 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.
1995 DAIMLER SIX AUTO Fuel Costs
The 3980cc 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 1995 DAIMLER 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 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 1995 DAIMLER SIX AUTO
At 29 years old, the DAIMLER 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 44 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1995 DAIMLER 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 XK8 (1997) 81% pass rate (+13%) from 3,443 tests
- PORSCHE 911 (1996) 91% pass rate (+23%) from 2,651 tests
- MERCEDES E (1995) 79% pass rate (+11%) from 2,442 tests
- JAGUAR XJ (1997) 80% pass rate (+12%) from 2,029 tests