Daihatsu Extol Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daihatsu Extol reliable? We analysed 16,050 real MOT tests across 1,070 vehicles to find out.
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The Daihatsu Extol is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake binding and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daihatsu Extol.
Daihatsu Extol Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daihatsu Extol. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daihatsu Extol MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daihatsu Extol to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daihatsu Extol Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daihatsu Extol fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daihatsu Extol Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daihatsu Extol owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daihatsu Extol MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daihatsu Extol year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 6,036 | 74.4% | 36,836 | 59,520 | 88,328 |
| 2005 | 5,140 | 75.7% | 35,066 | 55,860 | 81,832 |
| 2004 | 4,063 | 73.9% | 35,650 | 57,894 | 85,288 |
| 2003 | 747 | 75.6% | 40,332 | 62,208 | 90,224 |
How Long Does a Daihatsu Extol Last?
Based on 1,070 Daihatsu Extol vehicles on UK roads.
Daihatsu Extol Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daihatsu Extol 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 Daihatsu Extol
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.7% MOT pass rate from 5,140 tests
73.9% MOT pass rate from 4,063 tests
The best year to buy a used Daihatsu Extol is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.7% across 5,140 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daihatsu Extol Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Extol THIS CAR | 74.8% | 16,050 | 58,444 mi | 23 yrs |
| Daihatsu Sirion | 77.3% | 250,499 | 48,096 mi | 28 yrs |
| Daihatsu Terios | 73.8% | 225,773 | 64,314 mi | 29 yrs |
| Daihatsu Fourtrak | 65.9% | 202,121 | 93,622 mi | 40 yrs |
| Honda ST 1300 A-6 | 91.2% | 4,948 | 29,552 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Daihatsu Sirion (77.3% pass rate) and the Daihatsu Terios (73.8% pass rate), the Daihatsu Extol sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Daihatsu Extol has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.8% across 16,050 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daihatsu Extol are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (608 recorded failures), brake binding (432), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (361). 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 Daihatsu Extol owner drives around 4,651 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 Daihatsu Extol models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.