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AK03 AVG

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,801 mi
Last recorded49,801 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 AVG
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 49,801 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 49,801 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 42,941 miles

engine mil on

Pass 10 Oct 2012 37,058 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine light on

Fail 9 Oct 2012 37,057 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine light on

Pass 6 Jun 2011 36,228 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 33,719 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 30,382 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 27,722 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 27,331 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 27,326 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 26,929 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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AK03 AVG is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AK03 AVG, 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 AK03 AVG registered?

AK03 AVG is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is AK03 AVG safe to buy?

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