Daf Unknown (2009)
2009 Daf Unknown
CarHunch analysed 131 real MOT records for the 2009 Daf Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2009 DAF is a commercial vehicle in severe decline: only 6.2% pass first time against an 80% UK average, with the diesel variants performing even worse at 5.6%. The zero dangerous defects on record is the only bright spot, but it reflects that most of these trucks are likely off the road or scrapped rather than still being tested.
At 187,000 median miles, these vehicles are genuinely high-mileage workhorses, yet they're accumulating almost no recorded failures or advisories—a paradox explained by the tiny pool of 131 vehicles still being MOT'd, almost certainly the most heavily maintained commercial fleet survivors. If you're considering one of these, get a full mechanical inspection from a truck specialist, because the MOT data alone tells you almost nothing about its real condition.
What to check before buying a 2009 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.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 130 | 5.6% | 0.02 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 80% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Daf Unknown 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 2009 Daf Unknown vehicles fall between 105,839 and 220,292 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2009 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%
Service brake efficiency below requirements
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25%
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
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25%
Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam N/F STUB SLIGHTLY WORN
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25%
Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam
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25%
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various areas of corrosion and some scaling
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009. Counts include advisories and failures.
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