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HW53 FLB

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

77,223 mi
Last recorded77,223 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FLB
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 77,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 75,659 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 75,653 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 73,208 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 73,208 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 70,056 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 67,673 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 65,482 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 64,028 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 60,261 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 54,791 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 49,148 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 44,471 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 40,241 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 35,870 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 31,361 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 27,307 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 25,583 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 16,565 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 16,564 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 11,929 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 7,875 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 4,776 miles

front tyres wearing

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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HW53 FLB is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 HW53 FLB, 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 HW53 FLB registered?

HW53 FLB is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is HW53 FLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW53 FLB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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