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KRV 739Y

1982 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

20,723 mi
Last recorded20,723 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1982 Daihatsu Charade34,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRV 739Y
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 20,723 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 20,372 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 19,848 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 19,561 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 19,107 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 19,105 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 18,826 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 18,426 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 18,211 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 17,851 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 17,456 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 17,446 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 17,047 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 15,654 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 14,817 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 12,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 12,937 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 11,480 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 10,579 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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KRV 739Y is a 1982 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1982 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 34,799 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 KRV 739Y, 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 44 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KRV 739Y?

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What year was KRV 739Y registered?

KRV 739Y is a 1982 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 4 November 1982.

Is KRV 739Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRV 739Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KRV 739Y have outstanding finance?

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