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GIL 3489

2003 Daihatsu Hijet

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,528 mi
Last recorded27,528 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Hijet45,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 3489
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHijet
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 27,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear no reverse lamp

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2025 27,513 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear no reverse lamp

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2023 26,800 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 25,511 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipes Corroded

General Corrosion To Underside Of Vehicle

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension Components Corroded

Tow Bar Electrical Socket Damaged

Pass 18 May 2021 25,252 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 25,093 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 24,145 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 24,145 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 20,233 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 20,233 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 13,108 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 9,660 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 9,653 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

advise body side panels ,wood rotting

advise carpet needs fully securing

advise front grill missing

advise horn push a little loose

advise nearside front tyre wear

advise offside front indicator going white in colour

advise pedal rubbers going smooth in places

advise smell of coolant in cab

Pass 8 Mar 2011 7,670 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 5,032 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 1,350 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 16,009 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 13,783 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 10,368 miles

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Hijet?

Based on 112,378 MOT tests across 12,157 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
2,842
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
12,157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 7,896
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,655
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6,394
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,350
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,717
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GIL 3489 is a 2003 Daihatsu Hijet in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Daihatsu Hijet models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 45,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Hijet fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 7,896 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GIL 3489, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Hijet typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Daihatsu Hijet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GIL 3489 registered?

GIL 3489 is a 2003 Daihatsu Hijet, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is GIL 3489 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 3489 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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