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LJ53 UHK

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

55,954 mi
Last recorded55,954 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 UHK
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 55,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 55,941 miles

Fuel hose leaking Main hose from tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 53,283 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Slight play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 53,283 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Slight play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 50,961 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 45,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 39,735 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread reading also slight cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread reading (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Sep 2020 37,165 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 37,014 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 36,881 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 36,664 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 36,482 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 35,583 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 35,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 33,570 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 31,506 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 30,424 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 25,167 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 23,183 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 20,003 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 16,909 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 13,859 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 10,637 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 UHK is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 UHK, 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 UHK registered?

LJ53 UHK is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is LJ53 UHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 UHK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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