CarVerify

Free Car Check

R572 SGC

1998 Daihatsu Sirion

Blue Petrol 989cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

42,049 mi
Last recorded42,049 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Daihatsu Sirion52,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Daihatsu
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR572 SGC
MakeDaihatsu
ModelSirion
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 42,049 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 41,730 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 41,729 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 41,230 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 41,230 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 40,568 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 40,568 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 40,056 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 6 Aug 2012 40,056 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 39,259 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 39,259 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 37,603 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 37,603 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 36,294 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 34,678 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 33,064 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 31,507 miles

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
Full Daihatsu Sirion reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R572 SGC is a 1998 Daihatsu Sirion in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 R572 SGC, 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

How do I check the history of R572 SGC?

You can check the full history of R572 SGC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R572 SGC registered?

R572 SGC is a 1998 Daihatsu Sirion, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R572 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R572 SGC shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R572 SGC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R572 SGC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.