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HV53 OWC

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Gold Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

53,149 mi
Last recorded53,149 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 OWC
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2022 53,149 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2022 53,149 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 52,960 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 52,880 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 52,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 52,678 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 52,678 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 51,022 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 49,960 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 48,995 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 47,772 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 47,772 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 17 Jul 2014 46,567 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 46,567 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 45,101 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 43,342 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 41,412 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 38,933 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 36,179 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 33,536 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 3,971 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 25,823 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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HV53 OWC is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Gold with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HV53 OWC, 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 HV53 OWC registered?

HV53 OWC is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is HV53 OWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 OWC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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