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1987 Daihatsu Domino MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Domino models manufactured in 1987, based on 104 real MOT test results.

62.5%
Pass Rate
37.5%
Fail Rate
104
Total Tests
47,592
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1987 Daihatsu Domino MOT Analysis

The 1987 Daihatsu Domino has an MOT pass rate of 62.5% based on 104 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 47,592 miles on the odometer. With a 37.5% failure rate, the 1987 Domino is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1987 Daihatsu Domino is Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems, responsible for 1.9% of failures. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per belt. Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions is the second most common issue at 1.0%. Non-component advisories follows at 1.0%.

Top failures specific to 1987 models only. The overall Domino page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems1.9%2
2Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions1.0%1
3Non-component Advisories1.0%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 47,592 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Seat Belts0.40% per 10K miEmissions & Exhaust0.20% per 10K miNon-component advisories0.20% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Seat Belts0.401.9%2
Emissions & Exhaust0.201.0%1
Non-component advisories0.201.0%1

Mileage Statistics

47,592
Mean
45,161
Median
29,635
25th Percentile
58,515
75th Percentile
7.88% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1987 Daihatsu Domino has an MOT pass rate of 62.5% based on 104 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 47,592 miles on the odometer. With a 37.5% failure rate, the 1987 Domino is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1987 Daihatsu Domino, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to seat belts and supplementary restraint systems: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard. With relatively low average mileage of 47,592 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems — 1.9% of failures

Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems issues account for 1.9% of MOT failures on 1987 Daihatsu Domino models. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per belt. Pre-MOT check: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard.

Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions — 1.0% of failures

Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 1987 Daihatsu Domino models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.

Non-component advisories — 1.0% of failures

Non-component advisories issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 1987 Daihatsu Domino models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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