2009 Daihatsu Materia 1.5L Petrol · RE58 KVT

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 16 July 2026 at 29,940 miles. While the most recent result shows no defects, the maintenance trend appears to be fluctuating rather than stable. The July 2026 test followed a failure just one week prior on 9 July 2026, where the tester flagged significant wear on the front inner brake disc, a defective windscreen wiper, insufficient washer fluid, and incorrect headlamp aim. The rapid succession of a failure and a subsequent pass suggests that reactive repairs were carried out to meet minimum standards rather than a proactive maintenance schedule. The mileage profile indicates extremely low usage for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,761 miles per year. The data shows a consistent, slow accumulation of distance, moving from 21,704 miles in January 2023 to 23,406 miles in July 2025, and finally reaching 29,940 miles in July 2026. This pattern of low annual mileage often correlates with vehicles that spend long periods stationary. Such usage can lead to specific issues, such as the tyre perishing noted in the January 2024 test and the pitting of brake discs seen in the July 2025 record. A prospective buyer should focus inspections on the braking system and electrical connections. The record shows recurring issues with brake components, including thin pads in January 2022, pitted discs in July 2025, and significantly worn inner discs in July 2026. These frequent mentions suggest the braking hardware may be nearing the end of its service life or suffering from corrosion due to inactivity. The July 2026 failure also highlighted an insecure battery and a loose ground terminal, which warrants a physical check of the battery tray and electrical grounding to prevent future starting issues or voltage fluctuations. Suspension and steering components also require scrutiny. The July 2019 test identified play in the nearside front steering rack inner joint, and while subsequent tests passed, the low mileage and age mean rubber bushes and seals may have hardened or perished. Given the history of tyre wear and perishing, a thorough inspection of the tyre sidewalls and tread depth is necessary to ensure the rubber has not degraded from age despite the low mileage.