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P281 XBO

1997 Daihatsu Hijet

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,538 mi
Last recorded41,538 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Daihatsu Hijet58,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP281 XBO
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHijet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 41,538 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 40,573 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 40,568 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 40,259 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 39,737 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 38,441 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 36,190 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 30,015 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 21,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 3 May 2011 20,901 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 20,448 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 19,970 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 18,679 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 17,977 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 17,690 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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P281 XBO is a 1997 Daihatsu Hijet in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Daihatsu Hijet models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 58,784 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 P281 XBO, 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 29 years old, this Daihatsu Hijet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P281 XBO registered?

P281 XBO is a 1997 Daihatsu Hijet, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P281 XBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P281 XBO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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