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GN52 UEJ

2002 Daihatsu Hijet

Grey Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

46,812 mi
Last recorded46,812 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Daihatsu Hijet46,253 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 UEJ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHijet
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 46,812 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 46,812 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 13 May 2025 46,806 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 38,417 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2021 38,409 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2013 37,952 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 37,952 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 31,860 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 27 Sep 2012 31,860 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 29,138 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 29,138 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 27,828 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 25,968 miles

rear numberplate deteriorating

Fail 17 Aug 2009 25,968 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust knocking on heatsheild

rear numberplate deteriorating

Pass 22 Aug 2008 22,934 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 22,934 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 19,568 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 16,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GN52 UEJ is a 2002 Daihatsu Hijet in Grey with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2002 Daihatsu Hijet models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 46,253 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN52 UEJ, 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 24 years old, this Daihatsu Hijet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN52 UEJ?

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What year was GN52 UEJ registered?

GN52 UEJ is a 2002 Daihatsu Hijet, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is GN52 UEJ safe to buy?

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