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DX53 LHA

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Purple Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

62,554 mi
Last recorded62,554 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 LHA
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2013 62,554 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 62,474 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 59,208 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel tank necks corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2011 56,848 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 52,969 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

os wing mirror cracked

Pass 30 Sep 2009 47,042 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 45,264 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 45,264 miles

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 35,598 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 26,787 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 26,785 miles

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

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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DX53 LHA 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 72.7%.

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 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 DX53 LHA, 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 DX53 LHA registered?

DX53 LHA is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is DX53 LHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 LHA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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