Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Daihatsu Sirion?

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 2010 Daihatsu Sirion?

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 2010 Daihatsu Sirion?

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.

How many 2010 Daihatsu Sirion vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2010 Daihatsu Sirion reliable?

Based on MOT data from 155 vehicles, the 2010 Daihatsu Sirion has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2010 Daihatsu Sirion?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2010 Daihatsu Sirion are: Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (48.6% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (47.2% of vehicles), Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (36.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Daihatsu Sirion?

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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Daihatsu Sirion (2010)

155 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80.9% first-time pass rate

2010 Daihatsu Sirion

CarHunch analysed 155 real MOT records for the 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Daihatsu Sirion matches the UK average first-time pass rate at 80.3%, but one in four tested vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine concern for buyers. This higher-than-typical dangerous defect rate suggests particular weak points that warrant careful pre-purchase inspection.

At just over 43,000 miles median mileage, these Sirions have been relatively lightly used for their age, yet they're averaging 2.73 failures and 17.4 advisories per test—indicating age-related wear is catching up regardless. Before buying, have a specialist check the braking system and suspension thoroughly, as these dangerous defects don't emerge randomly in a quarter of the fleet.

We have limited data for the 2010 Daihatsu Sirion — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

80.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.73

Over 13.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

43k

Middle half: 32k–62k

For context

These stats describe 155 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 155 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 48.6%

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 36.6%

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play · Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play · Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre wear 30.3%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010.

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Before you buy a 2010 Daihatsu Sirion

Based on MOT data from 155 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (91%)	141	80.3%	2.89

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Daihatsu Sirion 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.

43,357

typical

32,234

low mileage

61,668

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Daihatsu Sirion vehicles fall between 32,234 and 61,668 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 32,234 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.

✓ 32,234–61,668 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Daihatsu Sirions sit.

⚠ Over 83,251 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Daihatsu Sirion — Still on the Road

Most 2010 Daihatsu Sirions are still being driven.

Strong survival — 111 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 83% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

13.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.73

Avg failures per vehicle

17.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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