Daihatsu Hi-jet Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daihatsu Hi-jet reliable? We analysed 499 real MOT tests across 130 vehicles to find out.
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The Daihatsu Hi-jet is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, brake pipe excessively corroded and service brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daihatsu Hi-jet.
Daihatsu Hi-jet Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daihatsu Hi-jet. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daihatsu Hi-jet MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daihatsu Hi-jet to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daihatsu Hi-jet Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daihatsu Hi-jet fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daihatsu Hi-jet Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daihatsu Hi-jet owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daihatsu Hi-jet MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daihatsu Hi-jet year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 50 | 70.0% | 20,971 | 39,197 | 67,668 |
How Long Does a Daihatsu Hi-jet Last?
Based on 130 Daihatsu Hi-jet vehicles on UK roads.
Daihatsu Hi-jet Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daihatsu Hi-jet MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Daihatsu Hi-jet
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
The best year to buy a used Daihatsu Hi-jet is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.0% across 50 tests.
How Does the Daihatsu Hi-jet Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Hi-jet THIS CAR | 74.9% | 499 | 42,104 mi | 27 yrs |
| Daihatsu Sirion | 77.3% | 250,499 | 48,096 mi | 28 yrs |
| Daihatsu Terios | 73.8% | 225,773 | 64,314 mi | 29 yrs |
| Daihatsu Fourtrak | 65.9% | 202,121 | 93,622 mi | 40 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Design SE 4X2 | 86.1% | 670 | 30,154 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Daihatsu Sirion (77.3% pass rate) and the Daihatsu Terios (73.8% pass rate), the Daihatsu Hi-jet sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Daihatsu Hi-jet has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.9% across 499 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daihatsu Hi-jet are suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (16 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (12), and service brake: efficiency below requirements (10). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Daihatsu Hi-jet owner drives around 1,099 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Daihatsu Hi-jet models stay on UK roads for around 27 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.