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SH03 OHX

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Purple Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,089 mi
Last recorded114,089 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 OHX
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2015 114,089 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint And offside (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 22 Dec 2015 114,089 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint And offside (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 109,015 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 104,442 miles

n/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 8 Sep 2012 102,194 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 92,522 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 92,263 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 9 Apr 2011 92,156 miles

Front Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

engine oil level on minimum

Pass 30 Mar 2010 90,094 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 81,235 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 69,189 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 52,470 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 38,008 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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SH03 OHX is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Purple with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SH03 OHX, 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 SH03 OHX registered?

SH03 OHX is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 21 April 2003.

Is SH03 OHX safe to buy?

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