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KS03 YLH

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

94,784 mi
Last recorded94,784 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 YLH
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 94,784 miles

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

nearside front tyre slightly worn/wearing outer edge

Fail 18 Mar 2026 94,702 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis, near spring top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis, near spring top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

nearside front tyre slightly worn/wearing outer edge

Pass 26 Mar 2025 76,879 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2025 76,613 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged brake pipe and flexy insecure (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering x4 (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2024 57,620 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2024 57,618 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 56,769 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 56,769 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 55,792 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 54,641 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 53,193 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 51,727 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 25 Jul 2017 50,148 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 50,148 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 48,550 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 46,447 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 43,945 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 43,929 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 40,993 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 38,316 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 34,770 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 31,243 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 27,925 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 18,377 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 13,936 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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KS03 YLH is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 KS03 YLH, 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

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What year was KS03 YLH registered?

KS03 YLH is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 12 August 2003.

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