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VN53 KBZ

2003 Daihatsu Terios

Multi-colour Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,431 mi
Last recorded99,431 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Terios61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 KBZ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 99,431 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 94,540 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 94,540 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 93,877 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 93,758 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 90,715 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 86,378 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 86,378 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 83,626 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 83,626 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 80,140 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 80,138 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 77,256 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 72,043 miles

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

Oil leak

n/s front tyre worn on edge

Pass 17 Sep 2013 70,796 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 63,877 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 56,293 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 49,021 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 42,168 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 36,299 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 28,255 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 20,144 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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VN53 KBZ is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios in Multi-colour with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VN53 KBZ, 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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VN53 KBZ is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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