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FB53 HZX

2004 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,297 mi
Last recorded52,297 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2004 Daihatsu Charade42,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 HZX
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 52,297 miles

both rear axle bushes split

Pass 21 Mar 2013 44,638 miles

Both rear axle bushes in poor condition

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

ECU light on

Rear brake imbalance 50 %

Wiper blades in poor condition

Fail 21 Mar 2013 44,638 miles

Both rear axle bushes in poor condition

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

ECU light on

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake imbalance 50 %

Wiper blades in poor condition

Fail 20 Feb 2013 44,634 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

BOTH REAR AXLE BUSHES SPLIT

Pass 27 Feb 2012 40,109 miles

Ecu light on.

Front brake discs corroded.

Pass 23 Feb 2011 36,861 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 32,860 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 27,451 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 27,451 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 20,398 miles

Rear tyres wearing low

Fail 27 Feb 2008 20,398 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Rear tyres wearing low

Pass 26 Feb 2007 14,658 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

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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FB53 HZX is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FB53 HZX, 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.

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What year was FB53 HZX registered?

FB53 HZX is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 26 February 2004.

Is FB53 HZX safe to buy?

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