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M837 MKE

1995 Daihatsu Charade

Turquoise Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

104,643 mi
Last recorded104,643 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 1995 Daihatsu Charade64,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM837 MKE
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1995
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2014 104,643 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 104,643 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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 10 Apr 2013 98,180 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 98,179 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 94,733 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 92,219 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 90,939 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 89,518 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 88,394 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 8 Apr 2008 88,394 miles

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 86,466 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 86,466 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 76,683 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 76,683 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

offside front wiper split

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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M837 MKE is a 1995 Daihatsu Charade in Turquoise with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 M837 MKE, 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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M837 MKE is a 1995 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 15 March 1995.

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