Ural Dalesman Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ural Dalesman reliable? We analysed 1,254 real MOT tests across 121 vehicles to find out.
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The Ural Dalesman is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, wheel bearings have excessive free play and wheel bearings have excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ural Dalesman.
Ural Dalesman Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ural Dalesman. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ural Dalesman MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ural Dalesman to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ural Dalesman Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ural Dalesman fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ural Dalesman Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ural Dalesman owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ural Dalesman MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ural Dalesman year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74 | 87.8% | 10,868 | 15,396 | 20,184 |
| 2009 | 55 | 94.5% | 3,532 | 10,737 | 17,958 |
| 2008 | 158 | 93.0% | 7,208 | 15,848 | 26,042 |
| 2007 | 172 | 91.9% | 8,047 | 13,575 | 28,132 |
| 2006 | 219 | 90.9% | 8,530 | 14,988 | 22,062 |
| 2005 | 170 | 87.6% | 7,315 | 12,356 | 21,826 |
| 2004 | 189 | 86.2% | 7,671 | 12,475 | 19,429 |
| 2003 | 107 | 89.7% | 7,432 | 15,533 | 33,131 |
How Long Does a Ural Dalesman Last?
Based on 121 Ural Dalesman vehicles on UK roads.
Ural Dalesman Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ural Dalesman 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 Ural Dalesman
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.5% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
86.2% MOT pass rate from 189 tests
The best year to buy a used Ural Dalesman is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.5% across 55 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ural Dalesman Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ural Dalesman THIS CAR | 90.1% | 1,254 | 13,774 mi | 23 yrs |
| Audi Q3 Technik 35 TDI S-a | 87.2% | 446 | 33,682 mi | — yrs |
| Suzuki Swift Attitude Dualjet Shvs | 89.6% | 1,251 | 24,375 mi | — yrs |
| Volvo XC40 Ultimate T5 Recharge Auto | 91.2% | 1,347 | 26,798 mi | — yrs |
| Renault Clio Campus 8V | 77.5% | 2,351 | 74,667 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Audi Q3 Technik 35 TDI S-a (87.2% pass rate) and the Suzuki Swift Attitude Dualjet Shvs (89.6% pass rate), the Ural Dalesman outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ural DalesmanShould you buy a used Ural Dalesman?
The Ural Dalesman has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.1% across 1,254 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 Ural Dalesman are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (9 recorded failures), wheel bearings have excessive free play (7), and wheel bearings have excessive free play (5). 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 Ural Dalesman owner drives around 908 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 Ural Dalesman models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.