2005 Daihatsu Sirion 1.3L Petrol · VE05 LTO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension integrity. While it passed the January 2026 test at 112,767 miles, this followed a significant failure just six days prior due to multiple mechanical and lighting defects. The tester identified an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and a nearside front anti-roll bar linkage that required immediate attention, suggesting that the suspension components are now reaching the end of their functional life. At 112,767 miles over 21 years, the Sirion sits well below the national average for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 5,370 miles per year. This low usage pattern often correlates with the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. Between January 2023 (99,275 miles) and January 2025 (108,459 miles), the car covered under 9,200 miles, yet the record shows perishing tyres in 2024, consistent with the age-related decay rather than high mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the subframe and suspension mounting points. The records show a persistent issue with the nearside rear subframe mounting area which has been flagged for corrosion consistently since 2025. While not yet classified as excessive, the presence of rust in these structural areas is a long-term concern. Furthermore, both rear coil springs have been noted for corrosion for three consecutive years, which indicates a high risk of eventual failure if the metal integrity continues to degrade.