2000 Daihatsu Fourtrak — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2000 Daihatsu Fourtrak passed 71.0% of its 773 recorded MOT tests. Against all cars of a similar age (26.7% fail rate), the 2000 Fourtrak comes out 2.3pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (16.6%) and suspension (14.9%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are prescribed areas, chassis condition and stop lamp — prescribed areas alone was recorded 106 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 15.8% in the 30-60k band and 33.1% in the 150k+ band, a 17.4-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 32.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 30.8% in 2021 to 24.6% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.6% | 128 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.9% | 115 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.6% | 97 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.5% | 58 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 7.0% | 54 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.8% | 45 |
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 | 106 |
| 2 | Chassis condition | 68 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 53 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 44 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 44 |
| 6 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 42 |
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 | 32.1% | 248 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 25.6% | 198 |
| 3 | Brakes | 19.7% | 152 |
| 4 | Tyres | 11.9% | 92 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 11.4% | 88 |
| 6 | Steering | 10.2% | 79 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 38 | 15.8% |
| 60-90k | 125 | 29.6% |
| 90-120k | 222 | 27.5% |
| 120-150k | 203 | 29.1% |
| 150k+ | 184 | 33.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 208 | 30.8% |
| 2022 | 165 | 30.9% |
| 2023 | 156 | 29.5% |
| 2024 | 134 | 26.9% |
| 2025 | 110 | 24.6% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Fourtrak
On a 2000 Fourtrak, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 16.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (16.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.9% 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 (12.6% 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 2000 Daihatsu Fourtraks pass their MOT?
71.0% of the 773 2000 Daihatsu Fourtrak MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Daihatsu Fourtrak?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.6% of tests, followed by suspension (14.9%).
Does the 2000 Fourtrak get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.8% in the 30-60k band to 33.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 773 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.