Daihatsu Fourtrak Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daihatsu Fourtrak reliable? We analysed 202,121 real MOT tests across 21,470 vehicles to find out.
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The Daihatsu Fourtrak is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daihatsu Fourtrak.
Daihatsu Fourtrak Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daihatsu Fourtrak. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daihatsu Fourtrak MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daihatsu Fourtrak to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daihatsu Fourtrak Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daihatsu Fourtrak fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daihatsu Fourtrak Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daihatsu Fourtrak owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daihatsu Fourtrak MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daihatsu Fourtrak year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 229 | 71.2% | 79,831 | 104,717 | 146,345 |
| 2003 | 306 | 69.6% | 66,499 | 98,078 | 139,386 |
| 2002 | 439 | 64.5% | 57,874 | 89,030 | 124,109 |
| 2001 | 5,659 | 68.2% | 58,616 | 83,153 | 111,827 |
| 2000 | 10,629 | 67.7% | 68,213 | 90,918 | 117,257 |
| 1999 | 19,757 | 66.5% | 74,464 | 97,288 | 122,950 |
| 1998 | 29,547 | 66.4% | 80,613 | 102,408 | 129,095 |
| 1997 | 24,316 | 66.2% | 84,882 | 107,211 | 132,928 |
| 1996 | 17,414 | 65.6% | 89,197 | 112,642 | 138,403 |
| 1995 | 13,662 | 65.7% | 93,952 | 116,191 | 140,316 |
| 1994 | 17,278 | 65.0% | 97,951 | 120,286 | 144,761 |
| 1993 | 15,887 | 64.9% | 47,278 | 91,818 | 128,213 |
| 1992 | 13,466 | 65.4% | 25,302 | 48,650 | 77,967 |
| 1991 | 9,726 | 65.5% | 24,572 | 47,277 | 74,877 |
| 1990 | 6,728 | 65.0% | 26,547 | 48,589 | 74,448 |
| 1989 | 6,913 | 64.0% | 26,897 | 47,996 | 72,388 |
| 1988 | 4,606 | 65.9% | 27,078 | 49,770 | 76,140 |
| 1987 | 2,349 | 65.9% | 25,060 | 51,043 | 76,312 |
| 1986 | 1,520 | 65.5% | 26,312 | 50,880 | 79,151 |
| 1985 | 1,187 | 66.6% | 26,582 | 51,511 | 79,427 |
How Long Does a Daihatsu Fourtrak Last?
Based on 21,470 Daihatsu Fourtrak vehicles on UK roads.
Daihatsu Fourtrak Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daihatsu Fourtrak 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 Fourtrak
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.2% MOT pass rate from 229 tests
64.0% MOT pass rate from 6,913 tests
The best year to buy a used Daihatsu Fourtrak is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.2% across 229 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daihatsu Fourtrak Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Fourtrak THIS CAR | 65.9% | 202,121 | 93,622 mi | 40 yrs |
| Daihatsu Sirion | 77.3% | 250,499 | 48,096 mi | 28 yrs |
| Daihatsu Terios | 73.8% | 225,773 | 64,314 mi | 29 yrs |
| Daihatsu Charade | 72.3% | 135,246 | 51,364 mi | 36 yrs |
| Vauxhall Viva | 86.5% | 305,239 | 27,314 mi | 11 yrs |
Compared to the Daihatsu Sirion (77.3% pass rate) and the Daihatsu Terios (73.8% pass rate), the Daihatsu Fourtrak trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daihatsu Fourtrak has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.9% across 202,121 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daihatsu Fourtrak are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (31,666 recorded failures), body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (10,673), and brake pipe excessively corroded (9,249). 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 Fourtrak owner drives around 4,473 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 Fourtrak models stay on UK roads for around 40 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.