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AO55 CMU

2005 Daihatsu Terios

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

39,233 mi
Last recorded39,233 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Daihatsu Terios57,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 CMU
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 39,233 miles

Front and rear suspension components have surface rust

Pass 29 Aug 2024 35,894 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 34,458 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 34,304 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 31,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on minimum limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 28,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 25,859 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 24,589 miles

small chip/crack outside zone a of windscreen

Pass 29 Nov 2018 19,374 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 18,781 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 18,365 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 17,700 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 16,897 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 16,103 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 15,157 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 14,290 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 12,465 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 10,287 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 7,928 miles

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Terios?

Based on 225,773 MOT tests across 14,965 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
4,876
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,214
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,434
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,330
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,018
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,004
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AO55 CMU is a 2005 Daihatsu Terios in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Daihatsu Terios models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 57,601 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Terios fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 7,214 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO55 CMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Terios typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Daihatsu Terios is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO55 CMU registered?

AO55 CMU is a 2005 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is AO55 CMU safe to buy?

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