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FV08 DXP

2008 Daihatsu Terios

Red Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

152,060 mi
Last recorded152,060 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Terios59,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 DXP
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 152,060 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Torsion Bar bush deteriorated

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 147,577 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 147,577 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2023 144,858 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 120,949 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 110,273 miles

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

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cover sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 102,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65/16 (5.2.3 (e))

fuel fill and breather pipes corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2020 102,586 miles

Nearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65/16 (5.2.3 (e))

fuel fill and breather pipes corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2019 89,003 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 81,026 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 80,708 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded full length to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded full length to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 72,883 miles

Under trays/covers fitted.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 64,863 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 56,004 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 51,554 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 43,535 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 35,033 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 26,258 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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FV08 DXP is a 2008 Daihatsu Terios in Red with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Daihatsu Terios models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 59,469 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 FV08 DXP, 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 18 years old, this Daihatsu Terios is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV08 DXP registered?

FV08 DXP is a 2008 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FV08 DXP safe to buy?

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