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P618 UDU

1997 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,956 mi
Last recorded73,956 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Daihatsu Charade64,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP618 UDU
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 73,956 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 53,325 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 May 2014 45,328 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 40,273 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 40,239 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 33,007 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 26,937 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 24,304 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 20,014 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 20,014 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 17,772 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 14,442 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 10,973 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 10,973 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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P618 UDU is a 1997 Daihatsu Charade in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 64,681 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 P618 UDU, 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 29 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P618 UDU registered?

P618 UDU is a 1997 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P618 UDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P618 UDU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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