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FG53 OAC

2003 Daihatsu Terios

Blue Diesel 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

117,888 mi
Last recorded117,888 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Terios61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 OAC
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2020 117,888 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2019 111,860 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 107,739 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 102,835 miles

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Pass 13 Jul 2016 96,808 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 87,005 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 49,746 miles

advise chassis weld repairs both sides

Pass 7 Nov 2012 79,915 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 79,910 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 77,363 miles

tow bar electrics not tested

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion started on off side and near side main front to rear chasiss

Fail 29 Feb 2012 77,363 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion started on off side and near side main front to rear chasiss

tow bar electrics not tested

Pass 9 Mar 2011 71,945 miles

boot full not allowing for full inspection

both front wipers starting to streak/smear

Pass 10 Mar 2010 66,041 miles

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

both front wiper blades starting to streak/smear

rear registration plate requires cleaning

Pass 16 Mar 2009 57,509 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 46,362 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 36,134 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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FG53 OAC is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios in Blue with a 1,298cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FG53 OAC, 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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What year was FG53 OAC registered?

FG53 OAC is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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