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1998 DAIHATSU CHARADE1.3L Petrol

S937 DFC

Vehicle Insight Summary

Free vehicle summary for S937 DFC: 1998 DAIHATSU CHARADE (Red, Petrol). Mileage: 85,272. MOT: not recorded. Tax: untaxed.

MOT

Expired

Expires 13/06/2023

Tax

SORN

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Mileage: 85,272
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 1295cc

Free vehicle health score

/ 100 · Average

Public record health check: Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)

! Older vehicle

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jul 2026, 14:14

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 1998 Daihatsu Charade (S937 DFC), we found 1 MOT result in the period of June 2022 to June 2022.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 1 passes against 0 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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ADVISORY

Buyer's Guide

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Buying Score

78/100

Risk Level

Low

Est. Annual Cost

£700-£950

Mileage

The mileage of 85,272 is well below aver...

Our Verdict

Proceed with caution but generally a solid purchase for a classic small car. This 1998 Daihatsu Charade shows a consistent history of passing MOTs with relatively low mileage for its age.

When viewing this vehicle, focus on the service history to ensure the 1295cc engine has been regularly lubricated and cooled, as older small-capacity engines can be sensitive to neglect. Given the age, check for any signs of corrosion on the underside, even though the MOT history hasn't flagged major structural issues recently.

Negotiate based on the current condition of consumables. While the MOT history shows a history of tyre-related advisories (such as the 2011 failure and 2017 advisory), ensure the current set has plenty of tread. Ask for proof of recent work regarding the exhaust system, as a minor leak was noted in 2019.

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