DAIHATSU HIJET (2000)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 146 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
62%
Total Tests (2024)
146
Avg Mileage
70,050 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,922
Is the 2000 DAIHATSU HIJET reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 20 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DAIHATSU brand average of 71%.
At 24 years old, 62% of DAIHATSU HIJETs from 2000 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 146 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 70,050 miles.
How does the 2000 DAIHATSU HIJET compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2000 DAIHATSU HIJET has 70,050 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 177,600 miles for a 24-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a DAIHATSU HIJET?
The most reliable year is the 1996 model with a 76% MOT pass rate, while the 1994 model has the lowest at 62%. The 2000 sits between the two at 62%.
How much does a 2000 DAIHATSU HIJET cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
DAIHATSU HIJET by Year
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About the 2000 DAIHATSU HIJET
The 2000 DAIHATSU HIJET is a small family car with a 1295cc petrol engine. 146 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 96% of 2000 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 70,050 miles at 24 years old, DAIHATSU HIJET owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2000 DAIHATSU HIJET Fuel Costs
The 1295cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2000 DAIHATSU HIJET?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,922 (£160/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 62% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
DAIHATSU HIJET Reliability Trend
Older DAIHATSU HIJETs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2000 DAIHATSU HIJET
At 24 years old, the DAIHATSU HIJET is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 1996 model has the highest pass rate at 76%.
Alternatives to the 2000 DAIHATSU HIJET
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI MINI (2002) 78% pass rate (+16%) from 22,736 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2002) 69% pass rate (+7%) from 17,885 tests
- TOYOTA YARIS (2002) 72% pass rate (+10%) from 16,079 tests
- NISSAN MICRA (2002) 70% pass rate (+8%) from 13,066 tests