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J597 XHH

1991 Leyland Daf

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,998 mi
Last recorded12,998 miles
Recorded on20 May 2008
Typical for 1991 Leyland Daf71,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ597 XHH
MakeLeyland
ModelDaf
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2008 12,998 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

nearside front tyre wearing low

Pass 24 Jan 2007 6,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 22 Jan 2007 6,067 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 1,992 miles

How Reliable is the Leyland Daf?

Based on 494 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

62.3%
Pass Rate
2,946
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 43
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 34
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 34
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 29
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J597 XHH is a 1991 Leyland Daf in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Leyland Daf models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 71,052 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Leyland Daf fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J597 XHH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Leyland Daf typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Leyland Daf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J597 XHH registered?

J597 XHH is a 1991 Leyland Daf, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J597 XHH safe to buy?

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