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AJ53 EDC

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Red Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,451 mi
Last recorded52,451 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 EDC
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 52,451 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2024 51,955 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

excessive under seal applied a full inspection cannot be carried out

general under body rust

under components corroded

Fail 24 Aug 2024 51,811 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 50,475 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 49,385 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 48,362 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 47,187 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 43,363 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 43,320 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 41,311 miles

floor to sills rusty

Oil leak, but not excessive around filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 41,311 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive around filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive around filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

floor to sills rusty

Pass 3 Jul 2017 38,406 miles

underside rusty

Pass 21 Jun 2016 36,039 miles

EML ON

Fail 21 Jun 2016 36,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

EML ON

Pass 17 Jul 2015 35,423 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 35,073 miles

EML ON

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2013 34,187 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 31,378 miles

engine manegement light on

Pass 17 May 2011 28,865 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 25,812 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 25,619 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 22,543 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 22,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 17,679 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 12,993 miles

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Charade?

Based on 135,246 MOT tests across 13,124 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,470
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
13,124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,998
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,937
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,411
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 3,032
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,840
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AJ53 EDC is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 44,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Charade fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,998 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ53 EDC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Charade typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ53 EDC registered?

AJ53 EDC is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is AJ53 EDC safe to buy?

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