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GX51 VXB

2002 Daihatsu Hijet

Maroon Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,112 mi
Last recorded45,112 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Daihatsu Hijet46,253 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 VXB
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHijet
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 45,112 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s side door handle partly broken

rusty under van

Fail 25 Mar 2026 45,101 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashes (4.5.4 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s side door handle partly broken

rusty under van

Pass 22 Nov 2024 44,971 miles

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ns and os (5.3.2 (c))

coolant weep from bottom radiator hose

Pass 8 Dec 2023 44,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

engine over heats when stationary

Fail 8 Dec 2023 44,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

engine over heats when stationary

Pass 25 Nov 2022 44,793 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 44,793 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 44,635 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective ns and os (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively ns and os (1.2.1 (e))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 44,463 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ns and os (5.3.2 (c))

front brake pads 4mm

no reverse light

slight play in steering bush

Pass 29 Nov 2019 44,335 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 43,947 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

both side door outer handles need to be looked at

front number plate not great

fuel filter looks very old

rear bakes may need some adjustment as only just passed test

spare tyre wrong way up plus low on air

van has been jacked up on outer rear sills !!

waxoyl rust protection required

Pass 17 Jul 2017 43,763 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 43,763 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 43,604 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 43,604 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 42,861 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 42,794 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 42,515 miles

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

engine over heating

Pass 11 Jul 2012 41,838 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 41,246 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 40,875 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 40,875 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2009 39,952 miles

steering centre link slightly worn

Fail 22 Jul 2009 39,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

steering centre link slightly worn

Pass 14 Jun 2008 37,325 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 34,305 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 20 Dec 2006 34,305 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2005 24,652 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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GX51 VXB is a 2002 Daihatsu Hijet in Maroon with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 GX51 VXB, 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.

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What year was GX51 VXB registered?

GX51 VXB is a 2002 Daihatsu Hijet, first registered on 18 February 2002.

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