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RV05 PNU

2005 Daihatsu Charade

Purple Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,714 mi
Last recorded28,714 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Daihatsu Charade39,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 PNU
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 28,714 miles

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

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

General corrosion to all suspension components & arms

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bushes slight - both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2025 28,527 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))

exhaust system corroded

handbrake has high free travel

Pass 27 Aug 2024 28,413 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 27,472 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 27,028 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 25,863 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 24,785 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 23,603 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Aug 2018 21,057 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 19,226 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 17,646 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 15,606 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Jul 2014 12,554 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 12,005 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 11,326 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 10,347 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 9,272 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 9,272 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 7,991 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 6,122 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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RV05 PNU is a 2005 Daihatsu Charade in Purple with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 RV05 PNU, 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

How do I check the history of RV05 PNU?

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What year was RV05 PNU registered?

RV05 PNU is a 2005 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is RV05 PNU safe to buy?

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