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VK53 GRF

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Red Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,658 mi
Last recorded68,658 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 GRF
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2015 68,658 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 68,658 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 39,579 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2012 37,419 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 32,036 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 29,028 miles

front brake dis corroded

nsf inner cv boot clip loose

Pass 20 Aug 2009 25,249 miles

tyres starting to wear low on edges

Pass 29 Sep 2008 21,998 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 18,787 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 14,531 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 14,531 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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VK53 GRF is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VK53 GRF, 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 VK53 GRF registered?

VK53 GRF is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is VK53 GRF safe to buy?

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