Daf Trucks Fa 45.160 (2000)
2000 Daf Trucks Fa 45.160
CarHunch analysed 353 real MOT records for the 2000 Daf Trucks Fa 45.160. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2000 DAF FA 45.160 is a commercial truck, not a car, and its 2.6% first-time pass rate is catastrophically low compared to the UK average of 80%—meaning nearly every vehicle needs repairs before it passes MOT. The dangerous defect rate of 0.3% is negligible, but the underlying message is clear: these 24-year-old trucks are worn out and require serious work to meet legal standards.
With a median mileage of 226,139 km, these are well-used working vehicles, and the low failure count (0.04 per vehicle) actually reflects that most don't pass first time rather than being well-maintained. If you're considering one of these trucks, treat the first MOT result as a diagnostic report: budget for substantial repairs before it's roadworthy, and factor in that finding a compliant example will require patience or accepting significant remedial costs.
What to check before buying a 2000 Daf Trucks Fa 45.160
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 350 | 2.6% | 0.04 |
| Petrol (1%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
| Gas Diesel (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2000 Daf Trucks Fa 45.160 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2000 Daf Trucks Fa 45.160 vehicles fall between 115,943 and 252,612 miles.
MOT History Averages
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