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R693 XVX

1997 Daihatsu Hijet

Blue Diesel 1221cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,494 mi
Last recorded77,494 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Daihatsu Hijet58,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR693 XVX
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHijet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,221cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 77,494 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 76,541 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 73,999 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 70,699 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 66,106 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 63,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 62,990 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 62,990 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

advice centre exhaust system

advice off side rear bumper end cap

Pass 27 Mar 2012 62,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

advice engine subframe mountings

damage to off side rear bumper end cap. pass and advice

side to side movement on hand brake. pass and advice

Fail 26 Mar 2012 62,622 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

advice engine subframe mountings

damage to off side rear bumper end cap. pass and advice

side to side movement on hand brake. pass and advice

Fail 29 Mar 2011 62,128 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2011 62,128 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2010 61,857 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 61,857 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

off side rear bumper damaged. pass and advice.

Pass 8 Apr 2009 61,537 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 61,537 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

advice off side rear bumper end. damaged.

chip to off side of head light unit. pass and advice

Pass 11 Apr 2008 61,042 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 61,042 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

advise near side rear tyre wall

off side rear bumper. damaged pass and advise

Pass 29 Mar 2007 60,535 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 60,535 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2006 59,838 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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R693 XVX is a 1997 Daihatsu Hijet in Blue with a 1,221cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R693 XVX, 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 R693 XVX?

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What year was R693 XVX registered?

R693 XVX is a 1997 Daihatsu Hijet, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R693 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R693 XVX shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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