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P598 VKX

1997 Daihatsu Cuore

Purple Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

80,097 mi
Last recorded80,097 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Daihatsu Cuore52,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP598 VKX
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCuore
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 80,097 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Pass 13 Nov 2024 79,603 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Pass 8 Nov 2023 79,132 miles

Front Slight play in both front inner tie rods

Pass 11 Nov 2022 78,551 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 77,818 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 76,965 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 76,648 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 76,164 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 75,665 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 74,981 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 74,299 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 73,617 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 72,785 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 71,746 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 7,174 miles

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)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 70,408 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 68,425 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 66,721 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 66,707 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 63,776 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 60,903 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 57,553 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 54,412 miles

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Cuore?

Based on 59,235 MOT tests across 5,564 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
3,416
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,564
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,271
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,911
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,084
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,944
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,485
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P598 VKX is a 1997 Daihatsu Cuore in Purple with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1997 Daihatsu Cuore models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 52,613 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Cuore fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P598 VKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Cuore typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Daihatsu Cuore is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P598 VKX registered?

P598 VKX is a 1997 Daihatsu Cuore, first registered on 27 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P598 VKX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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