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

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64.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.8%

vs Daihatsu Avg

4

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Daihatsu Extol — MOT Reliability Overview

The Daihatsu Extol has an average MOT pass rate of 64.8%, which is 7.8 percentage points below the Daihatsu brand average of 72.6%. This suggests the Extol 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 Extol 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, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your Extol 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 Extol, 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 Extol performs at MOT across different model years.

2006

Based on 338 vehicles

63.6%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

17.9%

2005

Based on 253 vehicles

63.6%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

25.0%

2004

Based on 132 vehicles

62.1%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

19.7%

0

Based on 436 vehicles

69.7%Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Mileage at 5yr

83k mi

Top MOT Failures — Daihatsu Extol

The most common reasons a Daihatsu Extol 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

15.4%
2

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

6.2%
3

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

4.3%
4

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

4.0%
5

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that steering or braking is likely to be adversely affected

3.3%
Daihatsu Extol Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

13.6%

Front Nearside

11.2%

Rear Nearside

8.0%

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

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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 Extol

Daihatsu Extol — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Daihatsu Extol MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Daihatsu Extol?
The average MOT pass rate for the Daihatsu Extol is 64.8% 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 Extol?
The most common MOT failures on the Daihatsu Extol 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 (15.4%), Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (6.2%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (4.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Daihatsu Extol reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 64.8%, the Daihatsu Extol 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 Extol?
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 Extol?
Typical mileage for the Daihatsu Extol: 83,281 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Extol to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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