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SG05 MFE

2005 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,663 mi
Last recorded27,663 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Daihatsu Charade39,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG05 MFE
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 27,663 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brakes slight binding,suspension components corroding

Pass 10 Oct 2016 27,359 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 27,359 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 26,765 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 26,222 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

near side rear tyre side wall perishing

slight rear foot & hand brake imbalance

Pass 14 Oct 2014 26,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

near side rear tyre side wall perishing

slight rear foot & hand brake imbalance

Pass 21 Oct 2013 25,663 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 22 Oct 2012 25,120 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 25,114 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 22,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Aug 2010 21,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 21,483 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 14,994 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 12,914 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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SG05 MFE is a 2005 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 SG05 MFE, 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 SG05 MFE registered?

SG05 MFE is a 2005 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is SG05 MFE safe to buy?

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