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DU54 OSZ

2004 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,495 mi
Last recorded98,495 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 Daihatsu Charade42,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU54 OSZ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 98,495 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 92,070 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 92,070 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 69,953 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

corrosion under vehicle

lpg tank in boot limits check

nearside front inner cvboot leaking grease

Fail 12 Nov 2010 69,953 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

corrosion under vehicle

lpg tank in boot limits check

nearside front inner cvboot leaking grease

Pass 11 Nov 2009 48,072 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 48,072 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 37,412 miles

n/s front tyre on legal limit

o/s front tyre on legal limit

o/s rear tyre on legal limit

Pass 1 Nov 2007 27,332 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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DU54 OSZ is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DU54 OSZ, 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 DU54 OSZ registered?

DU54 OSZ is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is DU54 OSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU54 OSZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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