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RJ53 FVC

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,906 mi
Last recorded35,906 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 FVC
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 35,906 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 35,906 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 33,168 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 32,295 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 29,982 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 27,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 26,106 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 26,106 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 4 Apr 2011 25,982 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 25,857 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 25,857 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 23,632 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 20,163 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 18,468 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 18,468 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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RJ53 FVC is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Blue 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 RJ53 FVC, 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

How do I check the history of RJ53 FVC?

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What year was RJ53 FVC registered?

RJ53 FVC is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is RJ53 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ53 FVC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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