Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 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 2013 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 2013 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 2013 Daf Trucks Lf reliable?

Based on MOT data from 194 vehicles, the 2013 Daf Trucks Lf has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.9%, 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 2013 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 (2013)

194 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.9% first-time pass rate

2013 Daf Trucks Lf

CarHunch analysed 194 real MOT records for the 2013 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 2013 DAF TRUCKS LF passes its MOT on the first attempt 84.9% of the time, a solid 4.9 percentage points above the UK average of 80%, and notably, none of the 194 vehicles analysed have ever presented a dangerous defect. This is a genuinely reliable workhorse with no safety red flags worth worrying about.

These trucks are racking up serious mileage—a median of 281,397 miles—yet still performing well, which speaks to how robust they are when properly maintained. At nearly one failure per vehicle on average, you should budget for routine repairs, but the complete absence of advisories and dangerous defects means problems tend to be straightforward fixes rather than structural nightmares; before buying, have a trusted diesel mechanic inspect the service history to confirm regular maintenance has been kept up.

We have limited data for the 2013 Daf Trucks Lf — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

84.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.98

Over 5.8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

281k

Middle half: 179k–368k

For context

These stats describe 194 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 194 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%)	192	85.1%	0.98

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 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.

281,397

typical

178,758

low mileage

368,222

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Daf Trucks Lf vehicles fall between 178,758 and 368,222 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 178,758 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.

✓ 178,758–368,222 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Daf Trucks Lfs sit.

⚠ Over 497,099 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Daf Trucks Lf — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Daf Trucks Lfs are still being driven.

Strong survival — 132 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 86% of the peak.

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

5.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.98

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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