1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak — MOT failures & pass rate
391 MOT tests on the 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak are in this dataset, and 74.2% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 23.4% of the time, so this is 2.4pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 15.3% of all tests — 4.1 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are prescribed areas, component mounting prescribed areas and integral vehicle structure condition — prescribed areas alone was recorded 70 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 21.6% in the 0-30k band and 29.5% in the 150k+ band, a 7.9-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 36.6% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 22.9% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.3% | 60 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.3% | 44 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.5% | 41 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 8.2% | 32 |
| 5 | Brakes | 6.9% | 27 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.8% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prescribed areas | 70 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 27 |
| 3 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 21 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 19 |
| 5 | Chassis condition | 18 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 16 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 36.6% | 143 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 26.6% | 104 |
| 3 | Brakes | 26.6% | 104 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 16.9% | 66 |
| 5 | Other defects | 14.8% | 58 |
| 6 | Steering | 14.3% | 56 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 37 | 21.6% |
| 30-60k | 47 | 29.8% |
| 60-90k | 58 | 27.6% |
| 90-120k | 76 | 26.3% |
| 120-150k | 68 | 17.6% |
| 150k+ | 105 | 29.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 96 | 22.9% |
| 2022 | 86 | 27.9% |
| 2023 | 81 | 27.2% |
| 2024 | 64 | 23.4% |
| 2025 | 64 | 28.1% |
What to check before buying a 1993 Fourtrak
On a 1993 Fourtrak, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (10.5% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 1993 Daihatsu Fourtraks pass their MOT?
74.2% of the 391 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.3% of tests, followed by suspension (11.3%).
Does the 1993 Fourtrak get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.6% in the 0-30k band to 29.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 391 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.