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M638 FGT

1995 Daihatsu Charade

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2013
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

179,386 mi
Last recorded179,386 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2012
Typical for 1995 Daihatsu Charade64,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM638 FGT
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2012 179,386 miles

corrosion to chassis rails

emissions flcutuating and just within limits

nearside headlamp damaged and condensated

Fail 4 Oct 2012 179,386 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

corrosion to chassis rails

nearside headlamp damaged and condensated

Pass 18 Oct 2011 178,960 miles

nearside head lamp reflector deterrating

stone chip to nearside head lamp glass but not affecting beam pattern

Pass 12 Nov 2010 178,305 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 178,303 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 25 Oct 2010 178,278 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 has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 177,484 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 176,831 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 176,831 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 176,633 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 149,932 miles

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Fail 6 Jun 2007 149,932 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Fail 29 Sep 2006 134,479 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 134,479 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 113,054 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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M638 FGT is a 1995 Daihatsu Charade in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1995 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 64,168 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 M638 FGT, 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 31 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M638 FGT is a 1995 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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