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HG08 AEF

2008 Daihatsu Terios

Blue Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

108,489 mi
Last recorded108,489 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Terios59,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 AEF
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 108,489 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Jul 2026 108,489 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 107,647 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2024 106,431 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 106,431 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 100,945 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 90,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 80,144 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 77,279 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 72,512 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 72,512 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2018 66,769 miles

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 9 Jun 2017 60,784 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 3 Jun 2016 55,158 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2016 55,158 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2015 50,570 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 50,570 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 43,297 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

slight play in o/s/r wheel

Pass 17 May 2013 36,749 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 32,080 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 27,078 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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HG08 AEF is a 2008 Daihatsu Terios in Blue with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG08 AEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG08 AEF registered?

HG08 AEF is a 2008 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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