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SG53 VBZ

2003 Daihatsu Terios

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

170,941 mi
Last recorded170,941 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Terios61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 VBZ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 170,941 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 170,119 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 168,747 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 168,747 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 167,334 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 166,013 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 164,374 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 163,537 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 162,424 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 160,937 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 159,314 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 159,301 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 133,751 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 107,408 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 81,254 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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SG53 VBZ is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SG53 VBZ, 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 SG53 VBZ registered?

SG53 VBZ is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is SG53 VBZ safe to buy?

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