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ST53 EJD

2003 Daihatsu Terios

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

112,037 mi
Last recorded112,037 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Terios61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST53 EJD
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 112,037 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 99,065 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 85,327 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in front of trailing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 73,723 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 62,719 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 51,956 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 51,694 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 38,144 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 29,596 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 27,597 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 26,631 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 25,803 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 25,076 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2012 23,195 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 21,615 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 20,795 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 20,061 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 17,509 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 13,953 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 10,728 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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ST53 EJD is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 ST53 EJD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST53 EJD registered?

ST53 EJD is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is ST53 EJD safe to buy?

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