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K386 MLG

1993 Daihatsu Charade

Red Diesel 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

97,635 mi
Last recorded97,635 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1993 Daihatsu Charade62,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK386 MLG
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2011 97,635 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Apr 2011 97,396 miles

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 93,102 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 87,174 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 87,174 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 85,233 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 80,391 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 80,389 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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K386 MLG is a 1993 Daihatsu Charade in Red with a 993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 62,490 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 K386 MLG, 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 33 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K386 MLG registered?

K386 MLG is a 1993 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 8 April 1993.

Is K386 MLG safe to buy?

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