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NU53 CVZ

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Red Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

68,079 mi
Last recorded68,079 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 CVZ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 68,079 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

Fail 11 May 2017 67,992 miles

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

Central Front Oil leak ()

Pass 11 May 2016 64,533 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 60,332 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 57,086 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 57,028 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 May 2013 53,123 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 50,637 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 47,046 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 47,046 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2010 43,253 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 42,420 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 36,835 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 36,826 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 27,110 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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NU53 CVZ is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 NU53 CVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU53 CVZ registered?

NU53 CVZ is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is NU53 CVZ safe to buy?

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