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YG53 ORV

2003 Daihatsu Charade

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,575 mi
Last recorded32,575 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Charade44,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG53 ORV
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 32,575 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2025 32,114 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Where tail pipe joins the rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 31,363 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear the fill tube on the fuel tank is slightly damp

Fail 5 Aug 2024 31,636 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear the fill tube on the fuel tank is slightly damp

Pass 11 Aug 2023 31,034 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 31,026 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases gasket (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 30,499 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 30,079 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 30,079 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 29,724 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 29,294 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 29,294 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 28,347 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 28,347 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 27,192 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 26,195 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 25,233 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 24,115 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 23,062 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 22,142 miles

rear exhaust tailpipe in poor condition/partially missing

Pass 2 Nov 2010 20,633 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 17,604 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 14,835 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 11,018 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 6,558 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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YG53 ORV is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YG53 ORV, 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 YG53 ORV registered?

YG53 ORV is a 2003 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is YG53 ORV safe to buy?

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