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VU56 ECA

2006 Daihatsu Hijet

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,068 mi
Last recorded92,068 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 ECA
MakeDaihatsu
ModelHijet
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 92,068 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 91,548 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability Top mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability Top mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2025 85,438 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 85,438 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Hijet?

Based on 112,378 MOT tests across 12,157 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
2,842
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
12,157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 7,896
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,655
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6,394
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,350
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,717
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VU56 ECA is a 2006 Daihatsu Hijet in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Hijet fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 7,896 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU56 ECA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Hijet typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 20 years old, this Daihatsu Hijet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU56 ECA?

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What year was VU56 ECA registered?

VU56 ECA is a 2006 Daihatsu Hijet, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is VU56 ECA safe to buy?

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