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WJ03 WJN

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Pink Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,231 mi
Last recorded85,231 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ03 WJN
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 85,231 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 81,674 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Welding repairs to nearside and offside rear and covered in underseal

Pass 25 Nov 2023 79,329 miles

N/S/R and O/S/R welding repairs and covered by underseal

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 77,098 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 77,098 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 75,481 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides misted (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Oct 2021 75,428 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 71,379 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 57,641 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated nail in (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 54,999 miles

corrosion to n/s and o/s rear inner wheel arches and floor pans by drain plugs

Fail 22 Mar 2018 54,999 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust heavy corroded and blowing on limit (7.1.2)

corrosion to n/s and o/s rear inner wheel arches and floor pans by drain plugs

Pass 20 Apr 2017 52,082 miles

centre exhaust corroded at rear

corrosion to n/s and o/s rear inner wheel arches and floor pans by drain plugs

Fail 12 Apr 2017 51,991 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

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

centre exhaust corroded at rear

corrosion to n/s and o/s rear inner wheel arches and floor pans by drain plugs

Pass 4 Apr 2016 48,511 miles

both rear axle bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 16 Apr 2015 44,313 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 39,549 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 34,700 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 34,700 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 29,150 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 28,155 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 28,155 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 27,012 miles

offside wiper blade slightly split on ends

Fail 5 Jul 2010 27,012 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

offside wiper blade slightly split on ends

Pass 30 Jun 2009 24,087 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 22,483 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 16,726 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 16,682 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 11,857 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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WJ03 WJN is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Pink with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WJ03 WJN, 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 WJ03 WJN registered?

WJ03 WJN is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 28 July 2003.

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