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DX59 VHL

2009 Daihatsu Terios

Black Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,140 mi
Last recorded99,140 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Daihatsu Terios55,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX59 VHL
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 99,140 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler neck pipes ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn unevenly on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2025 99,135 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler neck pipes ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn unevenly on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 88,385 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded main fuel filler neck pipes ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 70,650 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 70,646 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 54,858 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 53,997 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear tail pipe mount (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler neck ()

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both fronts. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 52,814 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both fronts lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

vehicle underbody/mounts light corrosion

Pass 26 Sep 2019 51,573 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 48,638 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

high level brake light inop

Pass 5 Sep 2017 43,813 miles

both rear tyres cracking in between tread area not showing cords

high level brake lamp inop

Pass 6 Sep 2016 38,202 miles

both rear tyres cracking in between tread areas not showing cords

Pass 8 Sep 2015 31,253 miles

rear wiper split

Pass 9 Sep 2014 27,730 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 19,194 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 14,919 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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DX59 VHL is a 2009 Daihatsu Terios in Black with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Daihatsu Terios models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 55,584 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 DX59 VHL, 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 17 years old, this Daihatsu Terios is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX59 VHL registered?

DX59 VHL is a 2009 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 15 September 2009.

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