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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Daihatsu Hijet. Check any Hijet by registration number below.

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66.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.3%

vs Daihatsu Avg

14

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Daihatsu Hijet — MOT Reliability Overview

The Daihatsu Hijet has an average MOT pass rate of 66.3%, which is 6.3 percentage points below the Daihatsu brand average of 72.6%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Hijet on the road.

The most common reasons a Daihatsu Hijet fails its MOT are windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Hijet for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Daihatsu Hijet, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Daihatsu Hijet performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 34 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2005

Based on 41 vehicles

68.3%Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

15.4%

2004

Based on 65 vehicles

58.5%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

28.9%

2003

Based on 204 vehicles

63.2%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

27.7%

2002

Based on 302 vehicles

60.9%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

23.3%

2001

Based on 231 vehicles

61.9%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

27.1%

2000

Based on 212 vehicles

57.1%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

10.0%

Retest Rate

32.7%

1999

Based on 426 vehicles

61.0%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

22.7%

1998

Based on 324 vehicles

63.3%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

21.8%

1997

Based on 303 vehicles

67.7%Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

19.3%

1996

Based on 144 vehicles

75.0%Good
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

16.2%

1995

Based on 123 vehicles

68.3%Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

18.8%

1994

Based on 60 vehicles

55.0%Below Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

11.4%

Retest Rate

43.2%

0

Based on 1,176 vehicles

67.8%Average
Daihatsu average: 72.6%
Mileage at 5yr

64k mi

Top MOT Failures — Daihatsu Hijet

The most common reasons a Daihatsu Hijet fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

9.8%
2

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

8.1%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

7.0%
4

Service brake efficiency below minimum requirement

5.0%
5

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

4.9%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

8.8%

Daihatsu Hijet — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Daihatsu Hijet MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Daihatsu Hijet?
The average MOT pass rate for the Daihatsu Hijet is 66.3% compared to the Daihatsu average of 72.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Daihatsu Hijet?
The most common MOT failures on the Daihatsu Hijet are: Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (9.8%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (8.1%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (7.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Daihatsu Hijet reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 66.3%, the Daihatsu Hijet is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Daihatsu Hijet?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Daihatsu Hijet?
Typical mileage for the Daihatsu Hijet: 64,196 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Hijet to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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