Daihatsu Terios Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daihatsu Terios reliable? We analysed 225,773 real MOT tests across 14,965 vehicles to find out.
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The Daihatsu Terios is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, brake pipe excessively corroded and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daihatsu Terios.
Daihatsu Terios Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daihatsu Terios. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daihatsu Terios MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daihatsu Terios to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daihatsu Terios Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daihatsu Terios fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daihatsu Terios Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daihatsu Terios owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daihatsu Terios MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daihatsu Terios year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 221 | 83.7% | 40,880 | 58,944 | 96,393 |
| 2009 | 10,709 | 81.7% | 34,656 | 55,584 | 82,137 |
| 2008 | 17,862 | 80.7% | 36,331 | 59,469 | 86,414 |
| 2007 | 28,650 | 79.3% | 38,708 | 62,086 | 89,207 |
| 2006 | 22,694 | 78.0% | 37,717 | 60,939 | 87,818 |
| 2005 | 19,604 | 74.7% | 36,004 | 57,601 | 81,593 |
| 2004 | 15,730 | 73.2% | 36,979 | 58,263 | 81,194 |
| 2003 | 21,008 | 73.2% | 40,299 | 61,835 | 84,972 |
| 2002 | 21,019 | 71.1% | 43,750 | 65,607 | 89,444 |
| 2001 | 16,628 | 69.2% | 47,919 | 67,674 | 89,840 |
| 2000 | 13,077 | 69.3% | 50,274 | 68,925 | 88,850 |
| 1999 | 20,205 | 67.7% | 52,243 | 70,192 | 89,509 |
| 1998 | 13,533 | 65.7% | 56,890 | 74,044 | 92,843 |
| 1997 | 4,099 | 64.6% | 60,883 | 77,877 | 96,610 |
How Long Does a Daihatsu Terios Last?
Based on 14,965 Daihatsu Terios vehicles on UK roads.
Daihatsu Terios Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daihatsu Terios 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 Terios
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.7% MOT pass rate from 221 tests
64.6% MOT pass rate from 4,099 tests
The best year to buy a used Daihatsu Terios is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.7% across 221 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daihatsu Terios Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Terios THIS CAR | 73.8% | 225,773 | 64,314 mi | 29 yrs |
| Daihatsu Sirion | 77.3% | 250,499 | 48,096 mi | 28 yrs |
| Daihatsu Fourtrak | 65.9% | 202,121 | 93,622 mi | 40 yrs |
| Daihatsu Charade | 72.3% | 135,246 | 51,364 mi | 36 yrs |
| MG Zt | 71.1% | 193,197 | 70,613 mi | 25 yrs |
Compared to the Daihatsu Sirion (77.3% pass rate) and the Daihatsu Fourtrak (65.9% pass rate), the Daihatsu Terios sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Daihatsu Terios has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.8% across 225,773 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daihatsu Terios are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (7,214 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (5,434), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (5,330). 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 Terios owner drives around 4,876 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 Terios 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.