Daf Trucks Lf (2012)
2012 Daf Trucks Lf
CarHunch analysed 188 real MOT records for the 2012 Daf Trucks Lf. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
What to check before buying a 2012 Daf Trucks Lf
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%) | 187 | 85.1% | 0.99 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 75% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Daf Trucks Lf 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 2012 Daf Trucks Lf vehicles fall between 164,369 and 407,463 miles.
2012 Daf Trucks Lf — Still on the Road
121 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 76% 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.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Daf Trucks Lf
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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50%
Nearside wiper blade starting to split.
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50%
Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage
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50%
Front discs corroded
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50%
Prison Van unable to check various items
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50%
Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage
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50%
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working
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50%
o/s 3rd and n/s 4th side marker lights inop
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50%
o/s rear brake chamber cover box loose
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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