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DAIHATSU SPORTRAK (1994)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 62 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£2,157

£180/month

MOT Pass Rate

66%

Below Avg

Road Tax

£265

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1589cc Petrol

Proceed With Caution

66% pass rate, £2157/year to run. 16 points below average.

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Petrol1589cc32 years old62 tests58k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1589cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1589cc

£265
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,157
Per month£180/mo
Per week£41/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

66% MOT pass rate(Below Avg)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DAIHATSU brand average of 71%.

At 32 years old, 66% of DAIHATSU SPORTRAKs from 1994 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 62 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 57,863 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 1994 cars188th of 212(top 89%)
Rank among DAIHATSU models78th of 100(top 78%)
vs national average-16%(82% avg)
vs 1994 cars average-10%(76% avg)
vs DAIHATSU average-5%(71% avg)

Mileage Analysis

57,863

Average miles

vs

236,800

Expected for age

The average 1994 DAIHATSU SPORTRAK has 57,863 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 236,800 miles for a 32-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 1996 model with a 67% MOT pass rate, while the 1995 model has the lowest at 61%. The 1994 sits between the two at 66%.

DAIHATSU SPORTRAK by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
199761%19460,969 mi
199667%6155,203 mi
199561%6265,030 mi
199466%6257,863 mi
199363%4871,631 mi
199264%6953,673 mi
199064%4262,700 mi

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About the 1994 DAIHATSU SPORTRAK

The 1994 DAIHATSU SPORTRAK is a small family car with a 1589cc petrol engine. 62 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 1994 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 57,863 miles at 32 years old, DAIHATSU SPORTRAK owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

1994 DAIHATSU SPORTRAK Fuel Costs

The 1589cc 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 1994 DAIHATSU SPORTRAK?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,157 180/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £265 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

DAIHATSU SPORTRAK Reliability Trend

The DAIHATSU SPORTRAK has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1994 DAIHATSU SPORTRAK

At 32 years old, the DAIHATSU SPORTRAK 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. If you're flexible on year, the 1996 model has the highest pass rate at 67%. Note: with only 62 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 1994 DAIHATSU SPORTRAK'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.

Higher Than Average Failure Rate

Watch out

With a 66% MOT pass rate, this model fails more often than most. Budget for unexpected repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

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 1994 DAIHATSU SPORTRAK stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
DAIHATSU SPORTRAK(1994)66%£1137£265Grp 12-25£2157
MAZDA MX-5(1996)76%£1327£135Grp 18-32£2017-£140
BMW 3 SERIES(1996)82%£1327£135Grp 18-32£1867-£290
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(1996)74%£1327£135Grp 18-32£2017-£140
ROVER MINI(1993)74%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£435

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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