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RF53 LBG

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,337 mi
Last recorded57,337 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 LBG
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2015 57,337 miles

Child seats fitted unable to fully test Seat belts

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

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

Oil filter has slight corrosion

Rear exhaust pipe has slight corrosion .

Pass 3 Oct 2013 53,530 miles

Exhaust tailpipe corroded

Fail 3 Oct 2013 53,530 miles

Exhaust tailpipe corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 48,069 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Sep 2011 43,824 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Oct 2010 40,779 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 38,346 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

n/s/r tyre on limit

rear brakes grabbing

Pass 25 Sep 2008 34,696 miles

n/s/inner cv boot spilt

n/s/r tyre worn outer edge

Pass 22 Sep 2007 30,512 miles

front discs corroded †n/s/r tyre on limit

Pass 13 Sep 2006 22,596 miles

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

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

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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RF53 LBG is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 RF53 LBG, 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 RF53 LBG registered?

RF53 LBG is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 11 October 2003.

Is RF53 LBG safe to buy?

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