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Daihatsu Sirion

Cream · Petrol · 1999 · 989 cc

V78 DDYMOT history

V78 DDY is a cream petrol Daihatsu Sirion first used on 13 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 49,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
49,551 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 DDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daihatsu
Model
Sirion
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 DDY was last recorded at 49,551 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,549 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,551 miles
  • 2025 – 47,331 miles
  • 2024 – 45,161 miles
  • 2023 – 44,524 miles
  • 2022 – 43,868 miles
  • 2021 – 43,055 miles
  • 2020 – 42,862 miles
  • 2019 – 41,819 miles
  • 2018 – 40,109 miles
  • 2017 – 38,359 miles
  • 2016 – 36,448 miles
  • 2015 – 34,194 miles
  • 2014 – 30,545 miles
  • 2013 – 25,492 miles
  • 2011 – 21,110 miles
  • 2010 – 20,943 miles
  • 2009 – 20,421 miles
  • 2008 – 19,766 miles
  • 2007 – 18,991 miles
  • 2006 – 17,957 miles
  • 2005 – 16,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,551 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2003 Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor7 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2026

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,551 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    49,551 miles
    Test number
    774880913201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2003 Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail49,549 miles (+2,218)6 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,549 miles
    Test number
    595443840251
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2003 Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass47,331 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    47,331 miles
    Test number
    938452051911
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail47,328 miles (+2,167)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,328 miles
    Test number
    517935937872
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass45,161 miles (+637)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    45,161 miles
    Test number
    488158383028
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases main box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass44,524 miles (+2)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    44,524 miles
    Test number
    323278744028
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail44,522 miles (+654)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,522 miles
    Test number
    890274621416
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass43,868 miles (+2)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    43,868 miles
    Test number
    743875624280
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Fail43,866 miles (+811)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,866 miles
    Test number
    769912890577
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass43,055 miles (+193)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    43,055 miles
    Test number
    226937928802
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box baffles rattling

  11. Pass42,862 miles (+1,043)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    42,862 miles
    Test number
    437255783147
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass41,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,819 miles
    Test number
    783674898341
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail41,819 miles (+1,710)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,819 miles
    Test number
    986490043065
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass40,109 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    40,109 miles
    Test number
    328914545904
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail40,109 miles (+1,750)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,109 miles
    Test number
    491223329038
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Pass38,359 miles (+1,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,359 miles
    Test number
    980585069316
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass36,448 miles (+2,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,448 miles
    Test number
    873007747465
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass34,194 miles (+3,649)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    34,194 miles
    Test number
    658915695110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,545 miles
    Test number
    309148394148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,545 miles (+5,053)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,545 miles
    Test number
    176448394156
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass25,492 miles (+4,382)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    25,492 miles
    Test number
    857596393188
    • NoteN/s/f tyre poor

  22. Fail21,110 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,110 miles
    Test number
    906844711376
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass21,110 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    21,110 miles
    Test number
    996784711323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,943 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    20,943 miles
    Test number
    481061520401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,421 miles (+655)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    20,421 miles
    Test number
    143238029338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,766 miles (+775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    19,766 miles
    Test number
    414718318450
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  27. Pass18,991 miles (+1,034)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,991 miles
    Test number
    291391817353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass17,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,957 miles
    Test number
    181102736335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail17,957 miles (+1,291)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,957 miles
    Test number
    302642536384
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  30. Pass16,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    16,666 miles
    Test number
    424513955329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V78 DDY

Does V78 DDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V78 DDY is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V78 DDY?
The MOT on V78 DDY is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V78 DDY done?
V78 DDY was recorded at 49,551 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 1,597 miles a year.
Has V78 DDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 DDY has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V78 DDY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V78 DDY find?
V78 DDY passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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