Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 reliable? We analysed 603 real MOT tests across 161 vehicles to find out.
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The Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, headlamp not working on dipped beam and headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170.
Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 74 | 78.4% | 61,755 | 179,464 | 326,086 |
Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 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 Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
78.4% MOT pass rate from 74 tests
The best year to buy a used Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 78.4% across 74 tests.
How Does the Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 THIS CAR | 74.6% | 603 | 257,231 mi | 21 yrs |
| Daf Trucks Unknown | 88.3% | 4,047 | 199,061 mi | 18 yrs |
| Daf Trucks Lf | 84.2% | 4,023 | 232,647 mi | — yrs |
| Daf Trucks Fa LF45.150 | 79.2% | 3,459 | 222,300 mi | 24 yrs |
| Fiat 500 C Lounge MHEV | 88.6% | 1,037 | 19,012 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Daf Trucks Unknown (88.3% pass rate) and the Daf Trucks Lf (84.2% pass rate), the Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.6% across 603 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 are anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault (3 recorded failures), headlamp not working on dipped beam (3), and headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (3). 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 Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 owner drives around 3,425 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 Daf Trucks Fa LF45.170 models stay on UK roads for around 21 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.