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R552 JMW

1998 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,128 mi
Last recorded57,128 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Daihatsu Charade58,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR552 JMW
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2016 57,128 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 55,538 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 53,888 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 53,856 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 52,071 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 50,092 miles

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

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

arb not evident

middle section heatshield clamps missing

Pass 10 Feb 2011 47,740 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 44,968 miles

rear shocker upper dust covers broken. rear number plate starting to fade

Pass 16 Feb 2009 41,963 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 38,919 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 36,089 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 32,902 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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R552 JMW is a 1998 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 58,196 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 R552 JMW, 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 28 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R552 JMW registered?

R552 JMW is a 1998 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R552 JMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R552 JMW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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