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P508 BAP

1997 Daihatsu Hi-jet

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

20,865 mi
Last recorded20,865 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP508 BAP
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHi-jet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 20,865 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 20,751 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 20,495 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front & rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 May 2022 20,495 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front & rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2021 20,137 miles

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front & rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2020 18,881 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 May 2020 18,881 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 17,070 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 12,513 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 12,513 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Hi-jet?

Based on 499 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
1,099
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 16
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 10
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 9
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
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P508 BAP is a 1997 Daihatsu Hi-jet in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Hi-jet fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P508 BAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Hi-jet typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 29 years old, this Daihatsu Hi-jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P508 BAP registered?

P508 BAP is a 1997 Daihatsu Hi-jet, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P508 BAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P508 BAP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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