DAIHATSU TERIOS (1998)

About the 1998 DAIHATSU TERIOS

The 1998 DAIHATSU TERIOS is a small family car with a 1296cc petrol engine. 51 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 83% of 1998 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 55,441 miles at 28 years old, DAIHATSU TERIOS 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.

1998 DAIHATSU TERIOS Fuel Costs

The 1296cc 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 1998 DAIHATSU TERIOS?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,087 (£174/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

DAIHATSU TERIOS Reliability Trend

The DAIHATSU TERIOS has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1998 DAIHATSU TERIOS

At 28 years old, the DAIHATSU TERIOS 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 2009 model has the highest pass rate at 79%. Note: with only 51 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.