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DG03 HNF

2003 Daihatsu Terios

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,516 mi
Last recorded30,516 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Terios61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 HNF
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 30,516 miles

General underbody surface corrosion

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 30,064 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 30,049 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 19,575 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 19,558 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 17,135 miles

All Four tyres lightly deteriorated/cracking on outer shoulder of tread.

Nearside Wiper smearing windscreen slightly.

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2017 13,542 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 12,677 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 11,487 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,281 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 9,863 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 9,095 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 83,575 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 73,921 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 62,434 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 4,447 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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DG03 HNF is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Daihatsu Terios models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 61,835 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 DG03 HNF, 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 23 years old, this Daihatsu Terios is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DG03 HNF is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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