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RF03 BGK

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Red Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

32,713 mi
Last recorded32,713 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 BGK
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 32,713 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 24,274 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2011 16,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 12,517 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Fail 10 Apr 2010 12,517 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 21 Apr 2009 10,459 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 10,459 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 5 Sep 2007 7,508 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

stone chips on wind screen

Pass 4 Aug 2006 6,774 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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RF03 BGK is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RF03 BGK, 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.

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What year was RF03 BGK registered?

RF03 BGK is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is RF03 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 BGK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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