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L170 CHG

1994 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

111,462 mi
Last recorded111,462 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 1994 Daihatsu Charade66,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL170 CHG
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 111,462 miles

Both rear shock absorbers have slightly reduced damping effect

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside headlamp slightly misaligned due to accident damage

Fail 23 Nov 2015 111,036 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed between treads (4.1.D.1b)

Both rear shock absorbers have slightly reduced damping effect

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 102,712 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 102,712 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 93,055 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 5 Dec 2013 93,055 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 83,944 miles

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 75,589 miles

Front brake pad linings appear to be over 50% worn

Fail 25 Nov 2011 75,433 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake pad linings appear to be over 50% worn

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 24 Nov 2010 66,400 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside front tyre down to 2mm on outer edge

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 66,400 miles

Nearside front tyre down to 2mm on outer edge

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

Fail 8 Dec 2009 58,619 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 58,619 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 57,163 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 56,233 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 54,463 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 52,279 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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L170 CHG is a 1994 Daihatsu Charade in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1994 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 66,809 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L170 CHG, 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 32 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L170 CHG registered?

L170 CHG is a 1994 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 29 March 1994.

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