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SD03 JTX

2003 Daihatsu Terios

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,612 mi
Last recorded87,612 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Terios61,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD03 JTX
MakeDaihatsu
ModelTerios
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2013 87,612 miles

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

engine management light on

Fail 29 Jan 2013 87,612 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

engine management light on

Pass 2 Feb 2012 81,130 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 81,087 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

oil level low

Pass 7 Mar 2011 75,935 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 66,637 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 58,155 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 58,155 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 48,617 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 37,973 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 26,284 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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SD03 JTX is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD03 JTX, 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 SD03 JTX registered?

SD03 JTX is a 2003 Daihatsu Terios, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is SD03 JTX safe to buy?

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