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A655 GJT

1983 Daihatsu Charade

White Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,512 mi
Last recorded62,512 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 1983 Daihatsu Charade43,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA655 GJT
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCharade
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 62,512 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 10 Feb 2017 62,512 miles

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

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 5 Feb 2016 57,878 miles

both front coil springs corroded

both rear tyres perished

engine mount worn

engine oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2015 53,381 miles

both front coil springs corroded

both rear tyre perished

engine mount worn

slight blow from exhaust

slight engine oil leak

Fail 30 Jan 2015 53,314 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

both front coil springs corroded

both rear tyre perished

engine mount worn

slight blow from exhaust

slight engine oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2014 49,393 miles

radiator leaking

rear silencer rusty

Fail 7 Feb 2014 49,393 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

radiator leaking

rear silencer rusty

Pass 16 Jan 2013 45,549 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2012 42,447 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 42,447 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 40,460 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 39,953 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 39,945 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 39,917 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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A655 GJT is a 1983 Daihatsu Charade in White with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Daihatsu Charade models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 43,214 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 A655 GJT, 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 43 years old, this Daihatsu Charade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A655 GJT registered?

A655 GJT is a 1983 Daihatsu Charade, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A655 GJT safe to buy?

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