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FY53 LXK

2003 Daihatsu Extol

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,953 mi
Last recorded51,953 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Extol62,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 LXK
MakeDaihatsu
ModelExtol
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2014 51,953 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 47,183 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 42,094 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 37,251 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 32,549 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 27,950 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 27,950 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2008 23,985 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2008 23,985 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 19,620 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2006 15,338 miles

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Extol?

Based on 16,050 MOT tests across 1,070 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
4,651
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 608
brake binding 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 361
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 350
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 313
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FY53 LXK is a 2003 Daihatsu Extol in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Daihatsu Extol models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 62,208 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Extol fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 608 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY53 LXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Extol typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Daihatsu Extol is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY53 LXK registered?

FY53 LXK is a 2003 Daihatsu Extol, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is FY53 LXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 LXK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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