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AU53 ZVO

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Red Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,132 mi
Last recorded87,132 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 ZVO
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2013 87,132 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 61,377 miles

n/s/r tyre has small cuts... not down to cords

Pass 19 Nov 2011 44,433 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear axle bushes unbonded

Pass 17 Nov 2010 28,688 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 11,836 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 14,178 miles

n/s and o/s front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 24 Sep 2008 14,178 miles

Offside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

n/s and o/s front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 11 Sep 2007 4,301 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 4,079 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both wipers split

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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AU53 ZVO is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AU53 ZVO, 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 AU53 ZVO registered?

AU53 ZVO is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is AU53 ZVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 ZVO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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