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FN54 AKU

2004 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,700 mi
Last recorded142,700 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Daihatsu Charade42,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN54 AKU
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 142,700 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 slightly worn

Fail 20 Apr 2013 142,540 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Dampness on and around front brake calipers

Dampness on and around oil sump

Dampness on and around rear brake drum backplates

Nearside front brake application slow

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 May 2012 122,513 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 122,512 miles

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine manangement light ON

slight corrsion to chassis rails

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 100,019 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 83,113 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Apr 2009 66,722 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 66,722 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 45,264 miles

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

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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FN54 AKU is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FN54 AKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FN54 AKU registered?

FN54 AKU is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 14 September 2004.

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