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LF03 LRA

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Gold Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

75,609 mi
Last recorded75,609 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 LRA
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 75,609 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 75,605 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Fail 24 Jul 2015 70,165 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 70,165 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jul 2014 62,843 miles

offside front door mirror taped up

Fail 22 Jul 2014 62,824 miles

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

offside front door mirror taped up

Pass 8 Jul 2013 56,563 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 52,474 miles

brake discs corroded

osf tyre close to limit

Pass 7 Jul 2011 48,024 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 43,470 miles

front brake discs deteriorated

Pass 26 Jun 2009 38,059 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 32,535 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 32,535 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 27,185 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 21,427 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 21,427 miles

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

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

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

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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LF03 LRA is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Gold with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LF03 LRA, 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

How do I check the history of LF03 LRA?

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What year was LF03 LRA registered?

LF03 LRA is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is LF03 LRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 LRA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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