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1997 Daihatsu Hijet 1.2L Diesel · R396 CTX

R396 CTX

1997 Daihatsu Hijet (1.2L, diesel). First registered 20/08/1997. Recorded mileage 36,196 miles. MOT valid until 13/05/2027.

Make & Model
DAIHATSU HIJET
Year / Origin
1997 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13/05/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
36,196 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13/05/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
1997
Engine
1221cc

R396 CTX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
  • 36,196 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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R396 CTX Mileage History

  1. 14/01/202534,942 mi
  2. 15/01/202534,942 mi
  3. 04/02/202636,193 mi+1,251 mi
  4. 05/05/202636,196 mi+3 mi
  5. 15/05/202636,196 mi

Average of roughly 943 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R396 CTX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 08:25
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Daihatsu Hijet (R396 CTX) between January 2025 and May 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Service brake efficiency below requirements 40% (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Lower Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users hose @ engine??? (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit ALL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS NOT WORKING?????? (4.13 (a) (ii))”.

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