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Daihatsu Hijet

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 993 cc

R137 CUGMOT history

R137 CUG is a blue petrol Daihatsu Hijet first used on 5 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 30,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
30,616 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R137 CUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daihatsu
Model
Hijet
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
993 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
5 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R137 CUG was last recorded at 30,616 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,614 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,616 miles
  • 2025 – 30,614 miles
  • 2024 – 30,591 miles
  • 2023 – 30,456 miles
  • 2022 – 30,322 miles
  • 2021 – 30,124 miles
  • 2020 – 29,915 miles
  • 2019 – 29,796 miles
  • 2018 – 29,394 miles
  • 2017 – 28,876 miles
  • 2016 – 28,371 miles
  • 2015 – 27,754 miles
  • 2014 – 27,051 miles
  • 2013 – 25,726 miles
  • 2012 – 24,293 miles
  • 2011 – 20,585 miles
  • 2010 – 18,011 miles
  • 2009 – 13,048 miles
  • 2008 – 12,810 miles
  • 2007 – 12,628 miles
  • 2006 – 12,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,616 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Corrosion to underside

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,616 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    30,616 miles
    Test number
    820224339737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail30,614 miles (+23)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,614 miles
    Test number
    111677733802
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner & Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Silencer (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner & Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  3. Pass30,591 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    30,591 miles
    Test number
    836724813501
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail30,586 miles (+130)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,586 miles
    Test number
    875296548516
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass30,456 miles (+134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    30,456 miles
    Test number
    808490073560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Flat

  6. Pass30,322 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    30,322 miles
    Test number
    833992657642
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail30,322 miles (+198)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,322 miles
    Test number
    613941952930
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass30,124 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    30,124 miles
    Test number
    255096904655
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCHASSIS CORRODED

  9. Fail30,120 miles (+205)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,120 miles
    Test number
    974187406253
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCHASSIS CORRODED

  10. Pass29,915 miles (+119)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    29,915 miles
    Test number
    860346765630
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath of vehicle corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  11. Pass29,796 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    29,796 miles
    Test number
    259880472809
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipe to fuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  12. Fail29,795 miles (+401)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,795 miles
    Test number
    171825422116
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipe rubber insecure on shocker
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipe to fuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  13. Pass29,394 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    29,394 miles
    Test number
    247809704115
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  14. Fail29,390 miles (+514)1 dangerous4 major2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,390 miles
    Test number
    246469853885
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  15. Pass28,876 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    28,876 miles
    Test number
    286267384459
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  16. Fail28,872 miles (+501)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,872 miles
    Test number
    120514687992
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  17. Pass28,371 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    28,371 miles
    Test number
    883743344590
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  18. Fail28,363 miles (+609)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,363 miles
    Test number
    463650111690
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  19. Pass27,754 miles (+703)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    27,754 miles
    Test number
    538485045398
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes greased

  20. Pass27,051 miles (+1,325)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    27,051 miles
    Test number
    947209324307
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBoth rear shock lower rubbers perished
    • NoteCorrosion to underside
    • NoteVarious ferrules and brake pipes greased

  21. Pass25,726 miles (+1,433)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    25,726 miles
    Test number
    955392223381
    • Note1 of 2 n/s/f indicators inop
    • NoteCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • NoteVarious brake pipes greased

  22. Pass24,293 miles (+3,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    24,293 miles
    Test number
    365312932318
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  23. Pass20,585 miles (+2,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    20,585 miles
    Test number
    478156021374
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass18,011 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    18,011 miles
    Test number
    342156810390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail18,011 miles (+4,963)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,011 miles
    Test number
    411866110426
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass13,048 miles (+238)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    13,048 miles
    Test number
    230631929391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail12,810 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,810 miles
    Test number
    271847418327
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  28. Pass12,810 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    12,810 miles
    Test number
    443037318454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass12,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    12,628 miles
    Test number
    731635027354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail12,628 miles (+352)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,628 miles
    Test number
    413185327350
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Pass12,276 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    12,276 miles
    Test number
    743731936360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail12,273 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,273 miles
    Test number
    961748426331
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R137 CUG

Does R137 CUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R137 CUG is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on R137 CUG?
The MOT on R137 CUG is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R137 CUG done?
R137 CUG was recorded at 30,616 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 956 miles a year.
Has R137 CUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R137 CUG has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on R137 CUG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R137 CUG find?
R137 CUG passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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