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FY53 CPF

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,134 mi
Last recorded73,134 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 CPF
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 73,134 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 72,965 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 72,814 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 72,662 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 72,315 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 71,971 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre front exhaust hanger weld (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 71,373 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 71,037 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 70,219 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 70,193 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 68,303 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 66,296 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 55,854 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 47,644 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 47,644 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 37,484 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 26,779 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 19,587 miles

Nearside 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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FY53 CPF is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FY53 CPF, 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 FY53 CPF registered?

FY53 CPF is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is FY53 CPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 CPF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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