Daihatsu Mira (1994)
1994 Daihatsu Mira
CarHunch analysed 147 real MOT records for the 1994 Daihatsu Mira. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1994 Daihatsu Mira has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 44.3%, well below the UK average of 80%, making it a notably unreliable proposition by modern standards. Only 4.8% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so catastrophic safety failures are uncommon, but the high failure rate suggests routine maintenance issues are widespread.
These cars are averaging 62,049 miles for their age, which is reasonable, yet owners still face an average of 1.01 failures and 2.5 advisories per test—indicating age-related wear rather than severe abuse. If you're considering one, budget for regular repairs and have a trusted mechanic inspect it thoroughly before purchase, as the MOT odds are stacked against problem-free ownership.
What to check before buying a 1994 Daihatsu Mira
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 146 | 44.1% | 1.01 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 75% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1994 Daihatsu Mira 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 1994 Daihatsu Mira vehicles fall between 44,806 and 72,959 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1994 Daihatsu Mira
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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23.9%
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded
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21.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17.9%
Fuel pipe/s corroded
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17%
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded
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16.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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16.5%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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16.1%
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded
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13.8%
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1994. Counts include advisories and failures.
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