Daf Unknown (1989)
1989 Daf Unknown
CarHunch is tracking 345 1989 Daf Unknown vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
We have 345 1989 Daf Unknown vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1989 Daf Unknown
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.
Before you buy a Daf Unknown
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (97%) | 335 | 0% | 0 |
| Petrol (3%) | 10 | 0% | 0 |
Most Common MOT Issues — 1989 Daf Unknown
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%
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2
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50%
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect
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50%
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes on chassis to both front hoses
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50%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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50%
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect
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25%
Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides near shocker mounts
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25%
Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub oil seal
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25%
Central Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop front uj
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1989. Counts include advisories and failures.
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