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KT03 JHJ

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

84,615 mi
Last recorded84,615 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT03 JHJ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 84,615 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 94,612 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 86,734 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 77,390 miles

Both rear suspension axle bushes slightly perished/deteriated, but not excessive play

Front registration plate damaged but not likley to be misread

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre deteriated but not exposing cords and/or failure of its structure

Offside Front Tyre deteriated but not exposing cords and/or failure of its structure

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Over axle (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 70,192 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 62,092 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 55,475 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 50,580 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 45,627 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 40,173 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 35,845 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

steering wheel cover not secure

Pass 16 Jul 2008 31,238 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 27,226 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 27,226 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 20,275 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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KT03 JHJ is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KT03 JHJ, 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.

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What year was KT03 JHJ registered?

KT03 JHJ is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 4 August 2003.

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