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V179 OVX

1999 Daihatsu Hi-jet

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,772 mi
Last recorded181,772 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Daihatsu Hi-jet39,197 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV179 OVX
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHi-jet
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 181,772 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 181,343 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2024 181,311 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned should be central or o/s or n/s and o/s (4.5.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched of wipers (3.2 (a) (i))

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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V179 OVX is a 1999 Daihatsu Hi-jet in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Daihatsu Hi-jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 39,197 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 Hi-jet fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V179 OVX, 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 27 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 V179 OVX registered?

V179 OVX is a 1999 Daihatsu Hi-jet, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is V179 OVX safe to buy?

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