DAIHATSU SIRION2008 · 1.5L PETROL

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2025-10-04 at 102,886 miles with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend following a failure in 2024-10-23 at 98,736 miles. The 2024-10-25 test showed minor tyre wear and exhaust issues, which were addressed prior to the subsequent pass. No critical failures or recurring major defects are evident in the latest record, suggesting the owner has resolved prior issues. However, the 2023-10-25 test flagged brake pad wear, steering rack play, and a corroded brake pipe, highlighting ongoing maintenance needs that were not fully resolved by 2024. The vehicle’s mileage of 102,886 miles over 18 years equates to approximately 5,716 miles annually, significantly below the UK average for its age. This low usage may indicate infrequent operation or prolonged storage, which can accelerate component degradation through corrosion or fluid stagnation. The MOT history shows consistent annual testing, with a gap of 12 months between 2022-10-03 and 2023-10-25, during which minor issues emerged. The 2024-10-23 failure occurred just 10 miles after the previous test, suggesting potential oversight in addressing early warnings like the 2023 suspension and brake faults. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the suspension system, particularly the offside front ball joint and steering rack, as these components showed repeated wear. Brake components, including pads, discs, and the corroded pipe, require close examination for uneven wear or contamination. The exhaust system’s integrity, especially the silencer and emissions compliance, warrants scrutiny, as incomplete emissions tests were recorded. Structural corrosion, though not explicitly noted, should be assessed given the vehicle’s age and the presence of grease-covered brake pipes. Regular maintenance appears to have been prioritised, but the low mileage and sporadic issues hint at potential hidden wear in less frequently used systems.