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SB53 WKF

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Purple Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,357 mi
Last recorded48,357 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 WKF
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2014 48,357 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 39,864 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear tyres cracking

Pass 11 Apr 2013 39,864 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 12 Apr 2012 31,808 miles

offside front wiper blade slightly torn rubber

Pass 16 Dec 2010 26,991 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 18,806 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 17,226 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 14,928 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 13,081 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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SB53 WKF is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Purple with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SB53 WKF, 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 SB53 WKF registered?

SB53 WKF is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is SB53 WKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB53 WKF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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