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R457 YJN

1997 Daihatsu Hijet

Grey Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

70,700 mi
Last recorded70,700 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Daihatsu Hijet58,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 YJN
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHijet
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Oct 2012 70,700 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

drivers seatbelt clasp has a temporary repair

engine noisy

passenger front seatbelt clasp has a temporary repair

Pass 27 Oct 2012 70,700 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

drivers seatbelt clasp has a temporary repair

engine noisy

passenger front seatbelt clasp has a temporary repair

Pass 17 Oct 2011 64,445 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 57,153 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre outer edge worn

Pass 22 Oct 2009 53,779 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 50,320 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low.

Fail 20 Oct 2008 50,316 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

nearside rear tyre wearing low.

Fail 16 Oct 2007 46,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 46,859 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 44,742 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 44,741 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R457 YJN is a 1997 Daihatsu Hijet in Grey with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 R457 YJN, 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

How do I check the history of R457 YJN?

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What year was R457 YJN registered?

R457 YJN is a 1997 Daihatsu Hijet, first registered on 24 November 1997.

Is R457 YJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R457 YJN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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