Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Daf Trucks Lf?

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 2008 Daf Trucks Lf?

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 2008 Daf Trucks Lf?

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 2008 Daf Trucks Lf reliable?

Based on MOT data from 101 vehicles, the 2008 Daf Trucks Lf has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Daf Trucks Lf?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Daf Trucks Lf are: Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (44.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (44.4% of vehicles), Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (33.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2008 Daf Trucks Lf?

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 Lf (2008)

101 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.6% first-time pass rate

2008 Daf Trucks Lf

CarHunch analysed 101 real MOT records for the 2008 Daf Trucks Lf. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2008 DAF LF has a first-time pass rate of 78.6%, marginally below the UK average of 80%, suggesting broadly typical reliability for a truck of this age—though there's no dangerous defect history across the 101 vehicles analysed, which is a reassuring safety indicator. The diesel engine cohort, which makes up virtually all examples, passes at 78.9%, indicating consistent performance across the fleet.

At 277,758 miles on average, these trucks have accumulated substantial mileage typical for working vehicles of this vintage, and the 1.73 failures per vehicle points to routine maintenance issues rather than systemic problems. If you're considering one, budget for regular mechanical work—check the full service history closely and have an independent inspection focus on brake systems and structural integrity, as the failure data suggests these are the primary areas flagged.

We have limited data for the 2008 Daf Trucks Lf — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

78.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.73

Over 7.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

256k

Middle half: 190k–345k

For context

These stats describe 101 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 101 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 44.4%

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play · Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play · Central Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Lighting 44.4%

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play · Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play · slight oil leak around engine

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Tyre wear 22.2%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 22.2%

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault · Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 22.2%

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed · Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed · Offside door check strap worn · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Daf Trucks Lf

Based on MOT data from 101 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.
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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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	100	78.9%	1.7

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Daf Trucks Lf 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.

255,673

typical

190,077

low mileage

345,336

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Daf Trucks Lf vehicles fall between 190,077 and 345,336 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 190,077 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.

✓ 190,077–345,336 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Daf Trucks Lfs sit.

⚠ Over 466,203 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Daf Trucks Lf — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 61% of 2008 Daf Trucks Lfs are still active.

49 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 61% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* 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

7.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.73

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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