Daf Trucks Fadcf85.340 (2005)

653 real MOT outcomes analysed

2005 Daf Trucks Fadcf85.340

CarHunch has 653 2005 Daf Trucks Fadcf85.340 vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

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No MOT data available for this vehicle type

The 2005 Daf Trucks Fadcf85.340 doesn't appear in DVLA light-vehicle MOT records — it may be exempt, registered as a different vehicle class, or an import not subject to UK MOT testing. We don't have reliability stats for this specific model, but you can browse other Daf Trucks vehicles below.

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No MOT data — worth knowing

Got a specific Daf Trucks Fadcf85.340 you're checking out?

The real detail is in the individual vehicle report — MOT history, AI Hunches, mileage timeline, and defect patterns for that specific reg.

UK

This is a heavy commercial truck, not a light car, so the MOT pass rate figures here don't reflect real-world reliability—heavy goods vehicles like the DAF CF85 are tested under DVSA heavy commercial rules, not the standard light-vehicle MOT regime reported above. The median mileage of 500,000 km tells you these are hard-worked lorries typically operated by transport companies rather than private buyers. What matters for ownership is maintenance history and operator reputation: check service records, ask about fleet maintenance schedules, and inspect chassis and brake condition carefully, since commercial vehicles depend heavily on consistent upkeep rather than passing a standard MOT test. If you're considering one, budget for professional pre-purchase inspection by a heavy vehicle specialist rather than relying on MOT history.

MOT statistics not available

We have 653 2005 Daf Trucks Fadcf85.340 vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

There are a few reasons this can happen:

  • Heavy commercial vehicle — trucks, buses and coaches over 3.5 tonnes are tested under the DVSA annual HGV/PSV regime, which uses a separate database not included in our data source
  • Imported vehicles — vehicles registered abroad and recently brought to the UK may have no UK MOT history yet
  • MOT-exempt — vehicles manufactured before 1986 qualify under the 40-year rolling exemption; some specialist and agricultural vehicles are also exempt
  • Never used on public roads — some vehicles are registered but kept off-road and have never required an MOT
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What tends to go wrong

Across 653 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 100%
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.
Brake wear 100%
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded · Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort · Service brake: efficiency below requirements · …
Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.
Suspension & steering 100%
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak · Steering damper leaking oil
Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.
Lighting 100%
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam · Registration plate lamp not working
Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.
Seat belts 100%
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded
Other issues 100%
Fuel tank leaking · Spare wheel carrier insecure

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2005.

Before you buy a 2005 Daf Trucks Fadcf85.340

Based on MOT data from 653 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
    Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
  • 🔍 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 ClickMechanic
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,001 Daf Trucks Fadcf85.340 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 52.9%
1,588
Blue 16%
480
Red 10.5%
316
Yellow 6.9%
208
Green 5.7%
171
Orange 2.6%
79
Black 1.6%
48
Grey 1%
30
Silver 0.7%
22
Multi-colour 0.7%
21
Brown 0.6%
19
Cream 0.6%
19

2005 Daf Trucks Fadcf85.340 — Still on the Road

11 vehicles from this cohort appeared in light-vehicle MOT records in 2022 — a small subset of the registered total, likely lighter variants or specialist conversions tested as light vehicles.

31 11 2017 2022

Based on vehicles from this cohort that appeared in the DVLA light-vehicle MOT database. Most vehicles of this type are tested under the separate DVSA HGV annual testing regime and are not counted here. Data from 2017–2022.

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