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Daihatsu Hijet

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,295 cc

T478 WYJMOT history

T478 WYJ is a white petrol Daihatsu Hijet first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 39,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
39,164 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 WYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daihatsu
Model
Hijet
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T478 WYJ was last recorded at 39,164 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,859 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
305 miles
Average per year
1,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,164 miles
  • 2025 – 38,859 miles
  • 2024 – 36,939 miles
  • 2023 – 36,921 miles
  • 2022 – 35,612 miles
  • 2021 – 33,681 miles
  • 2020 – 32,985 miles
  • 2019 – 30,764 miles
  • 2018 – 28,399 miles
  • 2017 – 27,337 miles
  • 2016 – 25,081 miles
  • 2015 – 22,428 miles
  • 2014 – 19,618 miles
  • 2013 – 16,754 miles
  • 2012 – 14,182 miles
  • 2011 – 13,680 miles
  • 2010 – 12,668 miles
  • 2009 – 11,890 miles
  • 2008 – 11,457 miles
  • 2006 – 10,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,164 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryAll suspension corroding

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,164 miles (+305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    39,164 miles
    Test number
    614601021773
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroding

  2. Pass38,859 miles (+1,920)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    38,859 miles
    Test number
    542810617787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass36,939 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    36,939 miles
    Test number
    925541838931
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail36,939 miles (+18)5 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,939 miles
    Test number
    512556917540
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding Wheel bearing not checked unable to rotate wheel (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear painted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/12 C (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Load valve area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Both outer differential hubs slightly damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides Bump stop location (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass36,921 miles (+1,309)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    36,921 miles
    Test number
    852838044006
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body has corrosion

  6. Pass35,612 miles (+2)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    35,612 miles
    Test number
    848450154656
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail35,610 miles (+1,929)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,610 miles
    Test number
    829783470903
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass33,681 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    33,681 miles
    Test number
    585949920069
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail33,681 miles (+696)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,681 miles
    Test number
    899476419085
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass32,985 miles (+2,221)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    32,985 miles
    Test number
    820399707355
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Shackle bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass30,764 miles (+2,365)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    787980588710
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass28,399 miles (+1,062)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    28,399 miles
    Test number
    464121603456
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass27,337 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    27,337 miles
    Test number
    870835320655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail27,337 miles (+2,256)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,337 miles
    Test number
    161602587563
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass25,081 miles (+2,653)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    25,081 miles
    Test number
    238503968772
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe rusty
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing more on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear hub oil seal leak
    • AdvisoryNo plate lamps dim
    • AdvisoryRusty front to rear brake and fuel pipes
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on offside front chassis but not excessive

  16. Pass22,428 miles (+62)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,428 miles
    Test number
    798672708408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear half shaft leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corossion underneath

  17. Fail22,366 miles (+2,748)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,366 miles
    Test number
    755371305273
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/S/R halfshaft seal weeping
    • NoteGeneral underbody corrosion

  18. Pass19,618 miles (+2,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    19,618 miles
    Test number
    559879194126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail16,754 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,754 miles
    Test number
    216523003204
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass16,754 miles (+2,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    16,754 miles
    Test number
    547433003272
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass14,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    14,182 miles
    Test number
    165072982167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail14,182 miles (+502)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,182 miles
    Test number
    349992982126
    • Repaired at testNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  23. Pass13,680 miles (+1,012)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    13,680 miles
    Test number
    737009801263
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryLower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

  24. Pass12,668 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    12,668 miles
    Test number
    373465350141
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteFuel tank corroded

  25. Fail12,668 miles (+778)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,668 miles
    Test number
    942545750142
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteFuel tank corroded

  26. Pass11,890 miles (+433)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    11,890 miles
    Test number
    241479259401
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres are perishing

  27. Pass11,457 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    11,457 miles
    Test number
    604097058171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteO/s wiper blade torn

  28. Fail11,457 miles (+1,150)7 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,457 miles
    Test number
    943645858129
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteO/s wiper blade torn

  29. Pass10,307 miles (+389)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    10,307 miles
    Test number
    443155136219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass9,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    9,918 miles
    Test number
    972572256054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T478 WYJ

Does T478 WYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T478 WYJ is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T478 WYJ?
The MOT on T478 WYJ is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T478 WYJ done?
T478 WYJ was recorded at 39,164 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 1,435 miles a year.
Has T478 WYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 WYJ has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T478 WYJ 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 T478 WYJ find?
T478 WYJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded; all suspension corroding.

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