Daihatsu Charade Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daihatsu Charade reliable? We analysed 135,246 real MOT tests across 13,124 vehicles to find out.
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The Daihatsu Charade is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and constant velocity joint gaiter split. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daihatsu Charade.
Daihatsu Charade Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daihatsu Charade. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daihatsu Charade MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daihatsu Charade to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daihatsu Charade Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daihatsu Charade fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daihatsu Charade Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daihatsu Charade owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daihatsu Charade MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daihatsu Charade year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1,819 | 77.4% | 20,172 | 35,689 | 55,745 |
| 2006 | 9,368 | 76.4% | 23,281 | 41,144 | 63,978 |
| 2005 | 13,383 | 76.3% | 21,802 | 39,074 | 61,944 |
| 2004 | 25,740 | 75.5% | 25,095 | 42,481 | 64,056 |
| 2003 | 24,153 | 73.9% | 26,712 | 44,781 | 67,372 |
| 2001 | 90 | 68.9% | 27,563 | 50,479 | 66,310 |
| 2000 | 5,257 | 71.6% | 39,692 | 56,173 | 76,249 |
| 1999 | 5,078 | 68.7% | 47,152 | 63,815 | 82,153 |
| 1998 | 5,114 | 70.9% | 39,829 | 58,196 | 80,406 |
| 1997 | 7,129 | 69.8% | 45,275 | 64,681 | 83,313 |
| 1996 | 7,196 | 69.4% | 46,352 | 63,990 | 84,665 |
| 1995 | 4,781 | 68.3% | 46,702 | 64,168 | 85,813 |
| 1994 | 6,264 | 67.3% | 48,470 | 66,809 | 88,636 |
| 1993 | 6,164 | 67.3% | 44,159 | 62,490 | 82,191 |
| 1992 | 4,850 | 66.8% | 36,947 | 57,952 | 76,360 |
| 1991 | 3,598 | 65.6% | 36,809 | 57,884 | 76,844 |
| 1990 | 1,770 | 64.2% | 33,804 | 53,864 | 74,144 |
| 1989 | 846 | 64.5% | 35,821 | 54,480 | 75,841 |
| 1988 | 661 | 65.8% | 40,085 | 57,742 | 77,867 |
| 1987 | 640 | 69.2% | 31,866 | 50,685 | 70,602 |
How Long Does a Daihatsu Charade Last?
Based on 13,124 Daihatsu Charade vehicles on UK roads.
Daihatsu Charade Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daihatsu Charade MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Daihatsu Charade
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.4% MOT pass rate from 1,819 tests
64.2% MOT pass rate from 1,770 tests
The best year to buy a used Daihatsu Charade is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.4% across 1,819 tests. The 1990 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daihatsu Charade Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Charade THIS CAR | 72.3% | 135,246 | 51,364 mi | 36 yrs |
| Daihatsu Sirion | 77.3% | 250,499 | 48,096 mi | 28 yrs |
| Daihatsu Terios | 73.8% | 225,773 | 64,314 mi | 29 yrs |
| Daihatsu Fourtrak | 65.9% | 202,121 | 93,622 mi | 40 yrs |
| Kia Pride | 61.2% | 67,258 | 57,493 mi | 35 yrs |
Compared to the Daihatsu Sirion (77.3% pass rate) and the Daihatsu Terios (73.8% pass rate), the Daihatsu Charade trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daihatsu Charade has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.3% across 135,246 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daihatsu Charade are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5,998 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3,937), and constant velocity joint gaiter split (3,411). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Daihatsu Charade owner drives around 3,470 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Daihatsu Charade models stay on UK roads for around 36 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.