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LJ53 HUA

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Red Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,899 mi
Last recorded62,899 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 HUA
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2017 62,899 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

front brake application uneven 64% (3.7.B.2)

Both headlamps frosted and poor beam images

Clonking noise on full lock

Damage to n/s outer sill

Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn Both (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Wear on edges of o/s/f tyre

Pass 19 Sep 2016 60,424 miles

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 24 Sep 2015 58,327 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear exhaust mount in poor condition

Pass 23 Sep 2014 55,758 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 52,766 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 49,288 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 45,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 25 Aug 2010 43,577 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 42,668 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 40,551 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 35,961 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 32,809 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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LJ53 HUA is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LJ53 HUA, 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 LJ53 HUA registered?

LJ53 HUA is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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