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LIW 9327

1997 Daihatsu Charade

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

63,049 mi
Last recorded63,049 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Daihatsu Charade64,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIW 9327
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 63,049 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 63,039 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 60,210 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 60,210 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 59,584 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 56,187 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 56,187 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 47,509 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 47,509 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 38,382 miles

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

minor sidewall perishing on osf,nsf and osr tyers

osf tyre,inner edge,low on tread (1.8 mm)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 31,281 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 2,510 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 25,107 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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LIW 9327 is a 1997 Daihatsu Charade in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 64,681 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 LIW 9327, 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 29 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LIW 9327 registered?

LIW 9327 is a 1997 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is LIW 9327 safe to buy?

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