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DU03 LWL

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,516 mi
Last recorded59,516 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 LWL
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 59,516 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 52,057 miles

oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2014 44,062 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 39,478 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 38,452 miles

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)

Fail 28 Dec 2012 38,452 miles

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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 33,622 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre damaged on sidewall

o/s/f tyre weathered

o/s/r tyre badly weathered

Pass 31 Dec 2010 29,275 miles

O/S/R Tyre sidewall is cracked Clip on the N/S Inner driveshaft boot is loose

Fail 31 Dec 2010 29,275 miles

O/S/R Tyre sidewall is cracked Clip on the N/S Inner driveshaft boot is loose

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 25,224 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 24,890 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 24,241 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 24,241 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 23,464 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 14,685 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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DU03 LWL is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 DU03 LWL, 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 DU03 LWL registered?

DU03 LWL is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is DU03 LWL safe to buy?

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