Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 reliable? We analysed 616 real MOT tests across 107 vehicles to find out.
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The Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include statutory seat belt missing, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and service brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Leyland Daf Fa 45.150.
Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Leyland Daf Fa 45.150. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 175 | 73.1% | 101,576 | 295,592 | 621,946 |
| 1998 | 60 | 75.0% | 84,959 | 171,002 | 187,167 |
| 1997 | 69 | 71.0% | 246,838 | 320,770 | 329,875 |
| 1996 | 57 | 66.7% | 113,031 | 328,524 | 341,674 |
| 1992 | 75 | 65.3% | 151,579 | 180,613 | 200,744 |
Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 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 Leyland Daf Fa 45.150
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.0% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
65.3% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
The best year to buy a used Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.0% across 60 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 THIS CAR | 70.1% | 616 | 212,226 mi | 34 yrs |
| Leyland Daf 400 Series Diesel | 60.5% | 13,935 | 97,292 mi | 37 yrs |
| Leyland Daf 200 Series Diesel | 62.6% | 6,901 | 99,748 mi | 37 yrs |
| Leyland Daf 400 Series Diesel Turbo | 61.6% | 5,137 | 112,996 mi | 36 yrs |
| Skoda Octavia Vrs TDI 4X4 S-a | 91.5% | 458 | 38,397 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Leyland Daf 400 Series Diesel (60.5% pass rate) and the Leyland Daf 200 Series Diesel (62.6% pass rate), the Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.1% across 616 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 are statutory seat belt missing (16 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (15), and service brake: efficiency below requirements (14). 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 Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 owner drives around 1,834 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 Leyland Daf Fa 45.150 models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.