Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.150 (2003)
2003 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.150
CarHunch analysed 2,516 real MOT records for the 2003 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.150. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2003 DAF LF45.150 is a heavy commercial truck with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 3.4%—dramatically below the UK average of 80%—meaning nearly every test uncovers at least one defect requiring remediation. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare at only 0.2% of vehicles, so failures are typically minor compliance issues rather than safety-critical problems.
At 244,600 miles median and 269,273 miles average, these trucks are well-used commercial workhorses, yet they average just 0.07 failures and 0.1 advisories per vehicle, suggesting that once defects are fixed, they remain roadworthy. If you're considering one, budget for pre-purchase inspection and remedial work to address the inevitable minor faults, but don't be alarmed by the low pass rate—it reflects the stringent commercial testing regime, not fundamental unreliability.
What to check before buying a 2003 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.150
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 (100%) | 2,515 | 3.4% | 0.07 |
| Petrol (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2003 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.150 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 2003 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.150 vehicles fall between 160,462 and 370,510 miles.
2003 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.150 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 34 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (49% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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