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WJ53 YBG

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

48,177 mi
Last recorded48,177 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 YBG
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 48,177 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg by top coil spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing by rear axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg by top coil spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 45,199 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 43,672 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 42,701 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 41,842 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 40,073 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 38,215 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 36,242 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 34,176 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 34,176 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 32,568 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 30,399 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 27,423 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 24,088 miles

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

Nearside and offside rear tyres cracking on sidewalls recommend replacing

Pass 24 Sep 2010 20,245 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 16,910 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 13,663 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 10,408 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 7,442 miles

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

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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WJ53 YBG is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WJ53 YBG, 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 WJ53 YBG registered?

WJ53 YBG is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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The MOT history for WJ53 YBG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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