Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 315 vehicles, the 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180 (2006)

315 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75% first-time pass rate

2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180

CarHunch analysed 315 real MOT records for the 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 315 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2006 DAF LF45.180 is a heavy commercial truck, and it shows severe MOT struggles: just 4.8% pass on first attempt versus the UK average of 80%. The dangerous defect rate of 0.3% is mercifully low, but the overall reliability picture is dire—these vehicles are consistently failing their tests.

At nearly 325,000 miles on average, these trucks are heavily used workhorses, which explains some test failures, but a 4.8% first-time pass rate suggests systemic maintenance issues rather than mileage wear alone. If you're considering one, budget for immediate professional inspection and expect significant remedial work before it will pass MOT.

The 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (75%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

First-time pass

75%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

0.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

268k

Middle half: 203k–385k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

These stats describe 315 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 315 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,629 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 56.5%

920

Blue 13.5%

220

Red 9.8%

159

Green 5.2%

Silver 5.2%

Yellow 4.6%

Orange 1.4%

Black 1.2%

Grey 0.9%

Cream 0.7%

Purple 0.6%

Gold 0.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

268,289

typical

203,236

low mileage

384,916

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180 vehicles fall between 203,236 and 384,916 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 203,236 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 203,236–384,916 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180s sit.

⚠ Over 519,636 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2006 Daf Trucks Fa Lf45.180s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 10 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2022, 91% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2022.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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