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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Daihatsu YRV. Check any YRV by registration number below.

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63.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.1%

vs Daihatsu Avg

5

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Daihatsu YRV — MOT Reliability Overview

The Daihatsu YRV has an average MOT pass rate of 63.5%, which is 9.1 percentage points below the Daihatsu brand average of 72.6%. This suggests the YRV can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Daihatsu YRV fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your YRV for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Daihatsu YRV, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Daihatsu YRV performs at MOT across different model years.

2004

Based on 107 vehicles

65.4%Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

9.6%

Retest Rate

21.9%

2003

Based on 100 vehicles

60.0%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

21.2%

2002

Based on 95 vehicles

61.1%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

26.0%

2001

Based on 100 vehicles

59.0%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

40.4%

0

Based on 233 vehicles

72.1%Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Mileage at 5yr

74k mi

Top MOT Failures — Daihatsu YRV

The most common reasons a Daihatsu YRV fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

15.9%
2

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

9.3%
Daihatsu YRV Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

15.9%

Rear Nearside

13.1%

Front Nearside

13.1%

Other Daihatsu Models

Compare MOT reliability across Daihatsu models.

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88.7% pass rate

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75.0% pass rate

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82.2% pass rate

Daihatsu Hijet

58.5% pass rate

Daihatsu Sportrak

57.6% pass rate

Daihatsu Charade

64.9% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Daihatsu YRV

Daihatsu YRV — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Daihatsu YRV MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Daihatsu YRV?
The average MOT pass rate for the Daihatsu YRV is 63.5% compared to the Daihatsu average of 72.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Daihatsu YRV?
The most common MOT failures on the Daihatsu YRV are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (15.9%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (9.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Daihatsu YRV reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 63.5%, the Daihatsu YRV is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Daihatsu YRV?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Daihatsu YRV?
Typical mileage for the Daihatsu YRV: 73,596 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used YRV to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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