Daihatsu Yrv
From 252 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons 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 and vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced. The top issue, 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, caused 33 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| 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 | 33 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 26 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 20 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 19 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 12 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated | 11 |
| headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective | 10 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 9 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 9 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 45.6% of Yrv failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 5.7% 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 £175.
Daihatsu Yrv on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 49 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 49. At this rate, roughly 5.6 years until none remain. Now at 9.9% of its peak (2,718 in 2005 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 93 | 177 | +0 | -13 | -13 |
| 2025 Q2 | 109 | 174 | +0 | -10 | -10 |
| 2025 Q1 | 109 | 184 | +0 | -11 | -11 |
| 2024 Q4 | 120 | 184 | +0 | -15 | -15 |
| 2024 Q3 | 126 | 193 | +0 | -7 | -7 |
| 2024 Q2 | 134 | 192 | +0 | -11 | -11 |
| 2024 Q1 | 152 | 185 | +0 | -3 | -3 |
| 2023 Q4 | 157 | 183 | +0 | -6 | -6 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
Typical mileage
Half of all Yrvs tested had between 52,865 and 98,097 miles on the clock.
At 78,078 median miles, the Yrv has 0.054 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Daihatsu models
| Daihatsu Sirion | 68.1% |
| Daihatsu Terios | 68.3% |
| Daihatsu Fourtrak | 67.5% |
| Daihatsu Charade | 65.5% |
| Daihatsu Copen | 77.1% |
Common questions
What is the Daihatsu Yrv MOT pass rate?
The Daihatsu Yrv has a 57.9% MOT pass rate based on 252 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Daihatsu Yrv?
The most common MOT failure on the Daihatsu Yrv is 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, which caused 33 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
How many Daihatsu Yrvs are on UK roads?
There are 93 Daihatsu Yrvs currently licensed on UK roads, with 177 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Daihatsu Yrv at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Daihatsu Yrv is 78,078 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 52,865 and 98,097 miles.
Buying a used Yrv?
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 57.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £175 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 45.6% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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