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R342 BKN

1998 Daihatsu Sirion

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,112 mi
Last recorded45,112 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2007
Typical for 1998 Daihatsu Sirion52,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR342 BKN
MakeDaihatsu
ModelSirion
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Jan 2007 45,112 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 45,112 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Sirion?

Based on 250,499 MOT tests across 16,625 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
3,921
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,625
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,610
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,083
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,684
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,410
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 2,063
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R342 BKN is a 1998 Daihatsu Sirion in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Daihatsu Sirion models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 52,547 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 Sirion fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R342 BKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Sirion typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Daihatsu Sirion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R342 BKN registered?

R342 BKN is a 1998 Daihatsu Sirion, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R342 BKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R342 BKN shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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