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SD03 JTU

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Red Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

102,157 mi
Last recorded102,157 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD03 JTU
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2012 102,157 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 92,994 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 85,890 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 80,203 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 70,163 miles

Slight fraying on the O/S/R seat-belt and both the front seat-belt buckles have slight movement.

Slight play in both the front wheels.

The N/S/F and N/S/R tyres are slightly starting to wear on the outer edge.

The N/S/R number plate light is slightly dim.

The O/S/F brake disc is starting to corrode.

The rear bush on both the front control arms and both the rear trailing arm bushes are starting to wear.

Warp on the rear brakes is right on the limit. Advise closer investigation!

Fail 2 Sep 2008 70,162 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Slight fraying on the O/S/R seat-belt and both the front seat-belt buckles have slight movement.

Slight play in both the front wheels.

The N/S/F and N/S/R tyres are slightly starting to wear on the outer edge.

The N/S/R number plate light is slightly dim.

The O/S/F brake disc is starting to corrode.

The rear bush on both the front control arms and both the rear trailing arm bushes are starting to wear.

Warp on the rear brakes is right on the limit. Advise closer investigation!

Pass 6 Sep 2007 59,867 miles

Rear brakes warped to the limit.

Rear exhaust mounting rubber is worn.

Fail 6 Sep 2007 59,854 miles

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

Rear brakes warped to the limit.

Rear exhaust mounting rubber is worn.

Pass 5 Jun 2006 41,356 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 May 2006 41,745 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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SD03 JTU is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SD03 JTU, 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 SD03 JTU registered?

SD03 JTU is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is SD03 JTU safe to buy?

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