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SG53 DFJ

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,437 mi
Last recorded97,437 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 DFJ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 97,437 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 94,737 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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Pass 23 Sep 2014 90,458 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 82,600 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 82,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 74,755 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 67,086 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 61,620 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 56,718 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 56,718 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 50,273 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 41,475 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 32,820 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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SG53 DFJ is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SG53 DFJ, 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.

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What year was SG53 DFJ registered?

SG53 DFJ is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is SG53 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG53 DFJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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