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KH54 VGV

2005 Daihatsu Charade

Purple Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

80,718 mi
Last recorded80,718 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Daihatsu Charade39,074 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH54 VGV
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 80,718 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear chassis area has advanced corrosion

Pass 19 Jan 2022 78,240 miles

Nearside Front Inner C.V boot deteriorated

Offside Rear chassis is corroded near spring mount

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 75,652 miles

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

Front wiper poor

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 74,245 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 72,263 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 70,367 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 67,922 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 64,686 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 60,755 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 55,369 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 49,921 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 43,836 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 37,159 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 30,675 miles

rear brakes just in balance

Fail 15 Jan 2010 30,675 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brakes just in balance

Pass 7 Jan 2009 24,100 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 16,374 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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KH54 VGV is a 2005 Daihatsu Charade in Purple with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,074 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 KH54 VGV, 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 21 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 KH54 VGV registered?

KH54 VGV is a 2005 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 5 February 2005.

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