Daf Trucks Unclassified
From 265 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are service brake efficiency below minimum requirement, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, service brake efficiency below minimum requirement, caused 5 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| service brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 5 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 4 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 3 |
| warning device shows system malfunction | 3 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 2 |
| fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users | 2 |
| a lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges or connectors likely to become disconnected | 2 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 7.1% of Unclassified failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £54.
Typical mileage
Half of all Unclassifieds tested had between 79,305 and 144,218 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 92,564 median miles, the Unclassified has 0.011 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Common questions
What is the Daf Trucks Unclassified MOT pass rate?
The Daf Trucks Unclassified has a 89.4% MOT pass rate based on 265 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Daf Trucks Unclassified?
The most common MOT failure on the Daf Trucks Unclassified is service brake efficiency below minimum requirement, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Daf Trucks Unclassified at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Daf Trucks Unclassified is 92,564 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 79,305 and 144,218 miles.
Buying a used Unclassified?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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