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GL53 KJE

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

76,626 mi
Last recorded76,626 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 KJE
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 76,626 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 73,283 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 69,950 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 65,048 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 59,979 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 59,979 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 53,087 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 50,447 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 45,197 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 37,971 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 31,110 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,825 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 16,296 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 9,790 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 7,550 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 7,548 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 6,910 miles

both windscreen wiper blade rubbers split at ends.

small cut in nearside rear tyre outer sidewall.

Pass 16 Mar 2010 6,306 miles

small cut in nearside rear tyre outer sidewall.

Pass 26 Mar 2009 5,668 miles

both front tyre treads wearing low on edges.

Pass 3 Apr 2008 4,946 miles

offside door mirror backing missing.

Fail 3 Apr 2008 4,946 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

offside door mirror backing missing.

Pass 6 Dec 2006 3,861 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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GL53 KJE is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GL53 KJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL53 KJE registered?

GL53 KJE is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is GL53 KJE safe to buy?

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