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FY54 CXL

2004 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

37,605 mi
Last recorded37,605 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Daihatsu Charade42,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 CXL
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 37,605 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Fuel filler neck corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside showing signs of corrosion

Fail 1 Oct 2025 37,604 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Fuel filler neck corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 Oct 2024 36,681 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 35,828 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 35,181 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2022 35,180 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 33,851 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 33,122 miles

parts of suspension at earlier stages of corrosion

Pass 18 Sep 2019 31,824 miles

parts of structure and suspension at earlier stages of corrosion

Fail 18 Sep 2019 31,823 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 30,338 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 29,159 miles

exhaust system getting weak

parts of structure and suspension at earlier stages of corrosion

Pass 26 Sep 2016 27,799 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 26,214 miles

parts of suspension at earlier stages of corrosion

Pass 23 Sep 2014 24,127 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 22,435 miles

Both front tyres becoming perished.

Pass 24 Sep 2012 20,286 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 18,323 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 16,578 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 14,240 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 10,545 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 6,127 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 6,127 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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FY54 CXL is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 FY54 CXL, 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 FY54 CXL registered?

FY54 CXL is a 2004 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is FY54 CXL safe to buy?

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