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RJ55 XKZ

2005 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,713 mi
Last recorded45,713 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Daihatsu Charade39,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ55 XKZ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 45,713 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear bushes worn (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 41,066 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 34,774 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 34,743 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 29,435 miles

Fuel filler cap/flap inop

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 24,176 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 22,852 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 22,163 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 20,570 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 19,225 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 17,669 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 16,373 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 14,757 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 12,934 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 11,600 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 10,403 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 9,690 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 8,800 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 7,484 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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RJ55 XKZ is a 2005 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,074 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 RJ55 XKZ, 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 21 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 RJ55 XKZ registered?

RJ55 XKZ is a 2005 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is RJ55 XKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ55 XKZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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