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AK04 BWN

2004 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

103,312 mi
Last recorded103,312 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Daihatsu Charade42,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 BWN
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 103,312 miles

Oil leak ()

both sides rear axle bushes perished and slightly worn

brake pedal soft

Fail 13 Apr 2017 103,312 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded body (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

both sides rear axle bushes perished and slightly worn

brake pedal soft

Pass 18 Mar 2016 95,458 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 95,441 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 88,772 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 88,772 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 81,043 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 76,733 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 17 May 2012 67,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2012 67,484 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 56,654 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 47,880 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 38,655 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 38,655 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 Feb 2008 30,693 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

oil filter leaking

Pass 18 Feb 2008 30,693 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

oil filter leaking

Fail 17 Feb 2007 22,155 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 22,155 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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AK04 BWN is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2004 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 42,481 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK04 BWN, 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 22 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 AK04 BWN registered?

AK04 BWN is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is AK04 BWN safe to buy?

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