Daihatsu Move Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daihatsu Move reliable? We analysed 17,230 real MOT tests across 1,867 vehicles to find out.
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The Daihatsu Move is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daihatsu Move.
Daihatsu Move Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daihatsu Move. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daihatsu Move MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daihatsu Move to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daihatsu Move Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daihatsu Move fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daihatsu Move Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daihatsu Move owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daihatsu Move MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daihatsu Move year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 1,740 | 70.9% | 37,766 | 51,744 | 66,798 |
| 1998 | 7,512 | 70.7% | 40,414 | 56,177 | 73,198 |
| 1997 | 7,808 | 70.0% | 43,525 | 59,312 | 75,909 |
How Long Does a Daihatsu Move Last?
Based on 1,867 Daihatsu Move vehicles on UK roads.
Daihatsu Move Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daihatsu Move 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 Move
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.9% MOT pass rate from 1,740 tests
70.0% MOT pass rate from 7,808 tests
The best year to buy a used Daihatsu Move is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.9% across 1,740 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daihatsu Move Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Move THIS CAR | 70.5% | 17,230 | 57,114 mi | 29 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 |
| Saab 900 S | 65.3% | 8,317 | 115,786 mi | 33 yrs |
Compared to the Daihatsu Sirion (77.3% pass rate) and the Daihatsu Terios (73.8% pass rate), the Daihatsu Move trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daihatsu Move has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.5% across 17,230 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daihatsu Move are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (886 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (871), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (574). 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 Move owner drives around 3,200 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 Move models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.