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SH03 SYE

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

90,098 mi
Last recorded90,098 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 SYE
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 90,098 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 89,816 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre looks under inflated

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

wire/cable fouling on exhaust

Pass 16 Jun 2015 74,175 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

headlights faded

Fail 16 Jun 2015 74,169 miles

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

headlights faded

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 67,851 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 May 2014 67,850 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 61,123 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 61,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 56,636 miles

o/s/f wheel arch liner looks like it has been hitting on tyre

Fail 27 May 2011 56,636 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f wheel arch liner looks like it has been hitting on tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2010 49,385 miles

drivers side wipar blade split (still clearing screen)

drives side sun visor will not stay up

high level brake lamp not working

n/s/f brake sticking on a small amount

Pass 24 Oct 2008 33,667 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 28,329 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 21,602 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 SYE is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SH03 SYE, 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 SH03 SYE registered?

SH03 SYE is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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