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R679 HMR

1997 Daihatsu Hijet

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,427 mi
Last recorded82,427 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Daihatsu Hijet58,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR679 HMR
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHijet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 82,427 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 82,427 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 82,378 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 82,378 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 81,329 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 80,153 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 78,234 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 78,234 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 76,648 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 74,770 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 72,442 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 70,605 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 68,845 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 67,168 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 65,578 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 64,249 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 63,382 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 62,387 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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R679 HMR is a 1997 Daihatsu Hijet in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R679 HMR, 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.

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What year was R679 HMR registered?

R679 HMR is a 1997 Daihatsu Hijet, first registered on 5 November 1997.

Is R679 HMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R679 HMR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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