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FE53 SZZ

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,439 mi
Last recorded40,439 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 SZZ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 40,439 miles

Offside Front brake signs of overheat

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/r and n/s/r (2.4.G.2)

brake pipe to o/s/r flexi corroding

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres wearing edges

various suspension components corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2016 33,602 miles

battery loose

bind at n/s/f

both headlamps deteriorated

brake pipe to o/s/r flexi corroded

o/s/r and n/s/r brake pipes corroded

rear subframe main bushes split x 2

various components corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2015 26,905 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 22,508 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 10 Sep 2014 22,508 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 21,367 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 21,123 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 20,757 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 19,847 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 18,759 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 17,434 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 15,844 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 13,583 miles

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

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

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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FE53 SZZ is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FE53 SZZ, 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 FE53 SZZ?

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What year was FE53 SZZ registered?

FE53 SZZ is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is FE53 SZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 SZZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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