Daihatsu Fourtrak
From 3,685 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Fourtraks fare better: 2001 models pass at 60.2% vs 65.8% for 1998.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame and spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 274 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 274 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 257 |
| 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 | 202 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 148 |
| body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point | 133 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 112 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 102 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 95 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 89 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 89 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 46.8% of Fourtrak failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 18.3% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £188.
Daihatsu Fourtrak on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 267 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 267. At this rate, roughly 30.6 years until none remain. Now at 24% of its peak (34,206 in 1999 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,367 | 6,830 | +0 | -23 | -23 |
| 2025 Q2 | 1,406 | 6,814 | +0 | -22 | -22 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,459 | 6,783 | +0 | -93 | -93 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,504 | 6,831 | +0 | -129 | -129 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,532 | 6,932 | +0 | -98 | -98 |
| 2024 Q2 | 1,562 | 7,000 | +0 | -51 | -51 |
| 2024 Q1 | 1,624 | 6,989 | +1 | -40 | -39 |
| 2023 Q4 | 1,687 | 6,965 | +0 | -49 | -49 |
5 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fourtrak Independent Tdx | Diesel | 634 | 62% |
| Fourtrak Fieldman Tds | Gas | 141 | 14% |
| Fourtrak Fieldman Tdl | Diesel | 112 | 11% |
| Fourtrak Tdl Limited | Diesel | 72 | 7% |
| Fourtrak Tdx | Diesel | 57 | 6% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 60.2% | 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, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2000 | 65.7% | body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 1999 | 69.3% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 1998 | 65.8% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
7 earlier years
| 1997 | 70.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
| 1996 | 66.4% | 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 1995 | 65.6% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 1994 | 68.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 1993 | 62.7% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, 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 |
| 1992 | 67.3% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 1991 | 67.3% | 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, steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fourtraks tested had between 76,329 and 157,106 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 141,000 median miles, the Fourtrak has 0.023 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Daihatsu models
| Daihatsu Sirion | 68.1% |
| Daihatsu Terios | 68.3% |
| Daihatsu Charade | 65.5% |
| Daihatsu Copen | 77.1% |
| Daihatsu Hijet | 65.8% |
Common questions
What is the Daihatsu Fourtrak MOT pass rate?
The Daihatsu Fourtrak has a 67.5% MOT pass rate based on 3,685 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Daihatsu Fourtrak?
The most common MOT failure on the Daihatsu Fourtrak is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 274 failures. Other common issues include the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired.
How many Daihatsu Fourtraks are on UK roads?
There are 1,367 Daihatsu Fourtraks currently licensed on UK roads, with 6,830 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Daihatsu Fourtrak at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Daihatsu Fourtrak is 141,000 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 76,329 and 157,106 miles.
Buying a used Fourtrak?
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.
With a 67.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £188 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 46.8% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.