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FT04 JKJ

2004 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,659 mi
Last recorded26,659 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Daihatsu Charade42,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT04 JKJ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 26,659 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2017 26,659 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust centre section (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear tail pipe (7.1.1)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 24,619 miles

near/side and off/side front and rear 165/65 TR 13 tyres perished in tread

Fail 1 Jul 2016 24,619 miles

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

near/side and off/side front and rear 165/65 TR 13 tyres perished in tread

Fail 29 Jun 2015 18,532 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 18,532 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 13,398 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 13,398 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Speedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)

engine management light on

Pass 12 Jun 2013 8,972 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 8,933 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 8,846 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 8,688 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 8,638 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 8,525 miles

ALL 4 TYRES STARTING TO CRACK

Pass 7 Aug 2007 8,458 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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FT04 JKJ is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FT04 JKJ, 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 FT04 JKJ registered?

FT04 JKJ is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 11 August 2004.

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