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KD53 YRU

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

40,903 mi
Last recorded40,903 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD53 YRU
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 40,903 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 36,052 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jan 2023 36,022 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 29,855 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 23,412 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 19,540 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2018 11,569 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 3,165 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 3,164 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 3,162 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 3,146 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 3,110 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 3,037 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 2,986 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 2,927 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 2,847 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 2,764 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 2,502 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 2,319 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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KD53 YRU is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KD53 YRU, 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

How do I check the history of KD53 YRU?

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What year was KD53 YRU registered?

KD53 YRU is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is KD53 YRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD53 YRU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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