Daelim Cordi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daelim Cordi reliable? We analysed 527 real MOT tests across 114 vehicles to find out.
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The Daelim Cordi is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and headlamp aim too low. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daelim Cordi.
Daelim Cordi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daelim Cordi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daelim Cordi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daelim Cordi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daelim Cordi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daelim Cordi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daelim Cordi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daelim Cordi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daelim Cordi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daelim Cordi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 145 | 80.7% | 3,288 | 7,550 | 11,498 |
| 2005 | 190 | 77.9% | 3,600 | 8,294 | 13,438 |
| 2004 | 65 | 76.9% | 4,175 | 7,638 | 12,320 |
How Long Does a Daelim Cordi Last?
Based on 114 Daelim Cordi vehicles on UK roads.
Daelim Cordi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daelim Cordi MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Daelim Cordi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.7% MOT pass rate from 145 tests
76.9% MOT pass rate from 65 tests
The best year to buy a used Daelim Cordi is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.7% across 145 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daelim Cordi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daelim Cordi THIS CAR | 77.0% | 527 | 7,125 mi | 22 yrs |
| Daelim Vl | 76.6% | 1,233 | 10,022 mi | 24 yrs |
| Daelim Daystar | 74.8% | 1,147 | 10,228 mi | 22 yrs |
| Daelim Roadwin | 72.2% | 1,131 | 11,117 mi | 22 yrs |
| Peugeot 206 Look | 73.7% | 1,004 | 79,008 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Daelim Vl (76.6% pass rate) and the Daelim Daystar (74.8% pass rate), the Daelim Cordi outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Daelim Cordi has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.0% across 527 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Daelim Cordi are brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (19 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (10), and headlamp aim too low (10). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Daelim Cordi owner drives around 1,113 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Daelim Cordi models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.