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DAIHATSU SIRION (2010)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 175 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

81%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1298cc Petrol

Solid Option

81% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1298cc16 years old175 tests71k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1298cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1298cc

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

81% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the DAIHATSU brand average of 71%.

At 16 years old, 81% of DAIHATSU SIRIONs from 2010 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 175 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 70,810 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2010 cars226th of 575(top 39%)
Rank among DAIHATSU models7th of 100(top 7%)
vs national average-1%(82% avg)
vs 2010 cars average+6%(75% avg)
vs DAIHATSU average+10%(71% avg)

Mileage Analysis

70,810

Average miles

vs

118,400

Expected for age

The average 2010 DAIHATSU SIRION has 70,810 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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DAIHATSU SIRION by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201081%17570,810 mi
200976%1,50672,234 mi
200874%3,12973,060 mi
200773%2,46274,433 mi
200672%1,25878,827 mi
200571%1,32379,928 mi
200467%20172,315 mi
200367%19974,428 mi
200272%25572,302 mi
200166%12072,520 mi
200062%9963,600 mi
199960%13058,053 mi
199864%6461,601 mi

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About the 2010 DAIHATSU SIRION

The 2010 DAIHATSU SIRION is a small family car with a 1298cc petrol engine. 175 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2010, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 70,810 miles at 16 years old, DAIHATSU SIRION owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2010 DAIHATSU SIRION Fuel Costs

The 1298cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2010 DAIHATSU SIRION?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 81% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

DAIHATSU SIRION Reliability Trend

Newer DAIHATSU SIRIONs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 8 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2010 DAIHATSU SIRION

At 16 years old, the DAIHATSU SIRION is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2010 DAIHATSU SIRION's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2010 DAIHATSU SIRION stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
DAIHATSU SIRION(2010)81%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
VAUXHALL CORSA(2012)76%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£15
FORD FOCUS(2012)78%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827+£90
FORD FIESTA(2008)72%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£15
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2011)75%£955£30Grp 5-15£1540-£197

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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