Daihatsu Sportrak Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daihatsu Sportrak reliable? We analysed 69,760 real MOT tests across 9,877 vehicles to find out.
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The Daihatsu Sportrak is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, brake pipe excessively corroded and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daihatsu Sportrak.
Daihatsu Sportrak Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daihatsu Sportrak. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daihatsu Sportrak MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daihatsu Sportrak to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daihatsu Sportrak Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daihatsu Sportrak fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daihatsu Sportrak Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daihatsu Sportrak owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daihatsu Sportrak MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daihatsu Sportrak year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 56 | 67.9% | 27,099 | 65,703 | 83,972 |
| 1999 | 76 | 75.0% | 39,840 | 60,162 | 81,642 |
| 1998 | 169 | 72.2% | 49,662 | 67,181 | 79,577 |
| 1997 | 9,832 | 67.9% | 46,198 | 66,985 | 82,239 |
| 1996 | 8,340 | 66.9% | 41,938 | 68,152 | 83,929 |
| 1995 | 7,772 | 66.7% | 30,340 | 65,546 | 84,611 |
| 1994 | 8,456 | 66.0% | 25,867 | 65,129 | 84,524 |
| 1993 | 9,667 | 64.4% | 21,998 | 63,664 | 85,721 |
| 1992 | 10,073 | 64.4% | 19,772 | 53,769 | 84,811 |
| 1991 | 7,831 | 64.4% | 20,088 | 46,045 | 82,938 |
| 1990 | 4,466 | 64.6% | 20,747 | 45,932 | 83,066 |
| 1989 | 2,905 | 63.8% | 20,817 | 45,579 | 76,192 |
How Long Does a Daihatsu Sportrak Last?
Based on 9,877 Daihatsu Sportrak vehicles on UK roads.
Daihatsu Sportrak Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daihatsu Sportrak 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 Sportrak
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.0% MOT pass rate from 76 tests
63.8% MOT pass rate from 2,905 tests
The best year to buy a used Daihatsu Sportrak is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.0% across 76 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daihatsu Sportrak Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Sportrak THIS CAR | 65.7% | 69,760 | 62,161 mi | 37 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 |
| BMW 740 | 77.7% | 66,909 | 97,010 mi | 34 yrs |
Compared to the Daihatsu Sirion (77.3% pass rate) and the Daihatsu Terios (73.8% pass rate), the Daihatsu Sportrak trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daihatsu Sportrak has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.7% across 69,760 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daihatsu Sportrak are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (7,099 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (3,853), and position lamp(s) not working (3,206). 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 Sportrak owner drives around 3,365 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 Sportrak models stay on UK roads for around 37 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.