Dinli 801 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Dinli 801 reliable? We analysed 618 real MOT tests across 116 vehicles to find out.
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The Dinli 801 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include registration plate missing, suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dinli 801.
Dinli 801 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Dinli 801. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Dinli 801 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Dinli 801 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Dinli 801 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Dinli 801 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Dinli 801 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Dinli 801 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Dinli 801 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Dinli 801 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71 | 76.1% | 1,165 | 2,266 | 3,189 |
| 2009 | 144 | 81.9% | 705 | 1,289 | 2,319 |
| 2008 | 177 | 75.7% | 885 | 1,296 | 2,792 |
| 2007 | 213 | 77.0% | 1,000 | 2,352 | 3,398 |
How Long Does a Dinli 801 Last?
Based on 116 Dinli 801 vehicles on UK roads.
Dinli 801 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Dinli 801 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 Dinli 801
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.9% MOT pass rate from 144 tests
75.7% MOT pass rate from 177 tests
The best year to buy a used Dinli 801 is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.9% across 144 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Dinli 801 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinli 801 THIS CAR | 77.7% | 618 | 1,742 mi | 19 yrs |
| Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) | 80.6% | 3,444 | 3,892 mi | 20 yrs |
| Citroen Berlingo 1000ENT Pro Bhdi Ss A | 80.9% | 293 | 52,554 mi | — yrs |
| Land Rover Discovery S D MHEV Auto | 90.4% | 863 | 37,805 mi | — yrs |
| Sym Joymax | 87.4% | 992 | 16,289 mi | 12 yrs |
Compared to the Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) (80.6% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo 1000ENT Pro Bhdi Ss A (80.9% pass rate), the Dinli 801 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Dinli 801Should you buy a used Dinli 801?
The Dinli 801 has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.7% across 618 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 Dinli 801 are registration plate missing (23 recorded failures), suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (22), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (15). 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 Dinli 801 owner drives around 120 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 Dinli 801 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.