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J179 PEC

1992 Daihatsu Charade

Red Diesel 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,886 mi
Last recorded96,886 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2006
Typical for 1992 Daihatsu Charade57,952 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ179 PEC
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2006 96,886 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 96,886 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2005 94,497 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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J179 PEC is a 1992 Daihatsu Charade in Red with a 993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 57,952 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J179 PEC, 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 34 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J179 PEC registered?

J179 PEC is a 1992 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 27 May 1992.

Is J179 PEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J179 PEC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J179 PEC have outstanding finance?

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