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EK53 WDW

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,162 mi
Last recorded54,162 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 WDW
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 54,162 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 54,162 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2016 46,623 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 46,621 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 45,201 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 44,378 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 43,161 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 42,161 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 39,595 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 39,589 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 34,898 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 30,321 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 27,613 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 21,895 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 17,474 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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EK53 WDW is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Silver 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 EK53 WDW, 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

How do I check the history of EK53 WDW?

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What year was EK53 WDW registered?

EK53 WDW is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is EK53 WDW safe to buy?

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