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PF53 ETY

2003 Daihatsu Terios

Multi-colour Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,746 mi
Last recorded147,746 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Terios61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 ETY
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2019 147,746 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 137,051 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 126,926 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2017 126,926 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 118,367 miles

chassis corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2016 109,137 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 99,730 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 90,303 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 90,303 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 81,176 miles

Nearside chassis starting to corrode.

Pass 4 Jan 2012 72,700 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 63,629 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 54,280 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 44,376 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 29,416 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 18,539 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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PF53 ETY is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios in Multi-colour 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 PF53 ETY, 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 PF53 ETY registered?

PF53 ETY is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is PF53 ETY safe to buy?

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