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R281 NRU

1998 Daihatsu Fourtrak

Blue Diesel 2765cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,543 mi
Last recorded16,543 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Daihatsu Fourtrak102,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 NRU
MakeDaihatsu
ModelFourtrak
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,765cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 16,543 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 159,594 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

sills corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2013 72,701 miles

advise front brake pads wearing low

Fail 3 Jun 2011 178,704 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2010 170,139 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 170,139 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 158,352 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 146,080 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 134,089 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2006 119,803 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 119,803 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Fourtrak?

Based on 202,121 MOT tests across 21,470 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
4,473
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
21,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 31,666
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 10,673
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,249
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 7,656
fog lamp not working 7,228
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R281 NRU is a 1998 Daihatsu Fourtrak in Blue with a 2,765cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Daihatsu Fourtrak models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 102,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Fourtrak fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 31,666 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R281 NRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Fourtrak typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Daihatsu Fourtrak is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R281 NRU?

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What year was R281 NRU registered?

R281 NRU is a 1998 Daihatsu Fourtrak, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R281 NRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R281 NRU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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