Daihatsu Materia Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daihatsu Materia reliable? We analysed 14,356 real MOT tests across 919 vehicles to find out.
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The Daihatsu Materia is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daihatsu Materia.
Daihatsu Materia Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daihatsu Materia. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daihatsu Materia MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daihatsu Materia to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daihatsu Materia Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daihatsu Materia fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daihatsu Materia Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Daihatsu Materia models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Daihatsu Materia Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daihatsu Materia owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daihatsu Materia MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daihatsu Materia year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 426 | 85.4% | 27,846 | 49,063 | 74,328 |
| 2009 | 3,500 | 81.4% | 32,026 | 52,786 | 81,431 |
| 2008 | 5,657 | 80.5% | 34,080 | 55,646 | 83,010 |
| 2007 | 4,622 | 81.2% | 37,806 | 61,836 | 90,775 |
How Long Does a Daihatsu Materia Last?
Based on 919 Daihatsu Materia vehicles on UK roads.
Daihatsu Materia Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daihatsu Materia 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 Materia
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.4% MOT pass rate from 426 tests
80.5% MOT pass rate from 5,657 tests
The best year to buy a used Daihatsu Materia is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.4% across 426 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daihatsu Materia Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Materia THIS CAR | 81.1% | 14,356 | 56,917 mi | 19 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 |
| Kawasaki KMX125 | 71.2% | 11,529 | 14,505 mi | 40 yrs |
Compared to the Daihatsu Sirion (77.3% pass rate) and the Daihatsu Terios (73.8% pass rate), the Daihatsu Materia outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Daihatsu Materia has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.1% across 14,356 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 Daihatsu Materia are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (225 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (148), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (77). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Daihatsu Materia with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Daihatsu Materia owner drives around 4,878 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 Materia models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.