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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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Data last updated: · Based on 202,121 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
65.9%
Typical Mileage
93,622mi
Annual Mileage
4,473mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
40yrs

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.

71.2%
2004
69.6%
2003
64.5%
2002
68.2%
2001
67.7%
2000
66.5%
1999
66.4%
1998
66.2%
1997
65.6%
1996
65.7%
1995
65%
1994
64.9%
1993
65.4%
1992
65.5%
1991
65%
1990
64%
1989
65.9%
1988
65.9%
1987
65.5%
1986
66.6%
1985

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.

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 31,666
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 10,673
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,249
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 7,656
fog lamp not working 7,228
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,800
Stop lamp not working 5,927
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,020
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,827
constant velocity joint gaiter split 4,758

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.

Low usage
2,302 mi/yr
Typical
4,473 mi/yr
Average
5,518 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,323 mi/yr

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.

Average
17.9 years
Median
17.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
40 years

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.

Median
93,622 mi
75th Percentile
124,112 mi
95th Percentile
171,048 mi
Max Recorded
997,137 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Daihatsu Fourtrak

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2004

71.2% MOT pass rate from 229 tests

Year to avoid
1989

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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Should you buy a used Daihatsu Fourtrak?

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.

Daihatsu Fourtrak — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Daihatsu Fourtrak reliable?
Based on 202,121 MOT tests, the Daihatsu Fourtrak has a 65.9% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Daihatsu Fourtrak?
The most common MOT failures are 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. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Daihatsu Fourtrak do per year?
The typical Daihatsu Fourtrak does around 4,473 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Daihatsu Fourtrak last?
Most Daihatsu Fourtrak models stay on UK roads for around 40 years based on our analysis of 21,470 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Daihatsu Fourtrak?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Daihatsu Fourtrak?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Daihatsu Fourtrak is 2004 with a 71.2% pass rate across 229 tests.