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FG53 OAN

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Purple Lpg 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,981 mi
Last recorded92,981 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 OAN
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typeLpg
Engine989cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 92,981 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rears (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front Worn (4.1.4 (b))

Oil Leak

Vehicle Heavily Undersealed in places, axle points and boot floor,

Vehicle Underbody corroded not excessive

Fail 27 Nov 2020 92,981 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rears (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front Worn (4.1.4 (b))

Oil Leak

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle Heavily Undersealed in places, axle points and boot floor,

Vehicle Underbody corroded not excessive

Pass 7 Jun 2019 88,102 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 82,810 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 79,217 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 74,530 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 67,820 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 59,473 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 52,818 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 98,249 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 39,422 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 39,422 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 26,903 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 17,349 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 10,814 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 9,075 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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FG53 OAN is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Purple with a 989cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FG53 OAN, 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.

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What year was FG53 OAN registered?

FG53 OAN is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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