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AR03 AEY

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Purple Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

108,818 mi
Last recorded108,818 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR03 AEY
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 108,818 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake pipes are secure but not in the original clips

slight binding of o/s/f brake

Fail 11 Jun 2015 108,818 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake pipes are secure but not in the original clips

slight binding of o/s/f brake

Pass 28 May 2014 99,907 miles

O/S/R Tyre has a crack in outer sidewall,but no cords visible.

Pass 18 Jun 2013 98,461 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 97,293 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 88,449 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 79,023 miles

OSF brake binding slightly

front wipers slightly split

Pass 10 Jun 2009 66,227 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 53,948 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 39,870 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 26,441 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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AR03 AEY is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Purple with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AR03 AEY, 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.

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What year was AR03 AEY registered?

AR03 AEY is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is AR03 AEY safe to buy?

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