Daihatsu Charade (2005)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 447 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,950

£163/month

MOT Pass Rate

69%

Below Avg

Road Tax

£20

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

989cc Petrol

Proceed With Caution

69% pass rate, £1,950/year to run. 13 points below average.

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Petrol989cc21 years old447 tests64k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 989cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£20

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£700

Total per year£1,950

Per month£163/mo

Per week£38/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

69% MOT pass rate(Below Avg)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data.

69% of MOT tests on Daihatsu Charades from 2005 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 19 years old. That's based on 447 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 63,806 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2005 models382nd of 504(bottom 25%)

Rank among Daihatsu models59th of 100(bottom half)

vs average of all models-13%(82% avg)

vs 2005 models average-3%(72% avg)

vs Daihatsu average-2%(71% avg)

Mileage Analysis

63,806

Average miles

140,600

Expected for age

The average 2005 Daihatsu Charade had 63,806 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is significantly below the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2003 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 72%, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2005 scores 69%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Daihatsu Charade by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2007	69%	98	56,514 mi
2006	71%	413	66,575 mi
2005	69%	447	63,806 mi
2004	68%	673	63,303 mi
2003	72%	405	62,396 mi
1996	60%	40	54,545 mi
1994	81%	32	85,403 mi
1992	74%	42	49,867 mi

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2007 · 1360cc Petrol

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2007 · 1339cc Petrol

£2,153/year

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About the 2005 Daihatsu Charade

The 2005 Daihatsu Charade is a city car. Our records list a 989cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 447 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 25% of 2005 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 63,806 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Daihatsu Charade owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2005 Daihatsu Charade Fuel Costs

The modest 989cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2005 Daihatsu Charade?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,950 (£163/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

Daihatsu Charade Reliability Trend

The Daihatsu Charade has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2005 Daihatsu Charade

At 21 years old, the Daihatsu Charade is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2003 model has the highest pass rate at 72%.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Higher Than Average Failure Rate

Watch out

With a 69% MOT pass rate, this model fails more often than most. Budget for unexpected repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2005 Daihatsu Charade stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Daihatsu Charade(2005)	69%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,950
Peugeot 207(2007)	69%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,353+£403
Honda Jazz(2007)	72%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£203
Vauxhall Corsa(2006)	68%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,353+£403
Nissan Micra(2006)	74%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£203

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2005 Daihatsu Charade

Is the 2005 Daihatsu Charade reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. 69% of MOT tests on 2005 Daihatsu Charades ended in a pass, from 447 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2005 Daihatsu Charade cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,950 a year (£163 a month): £1,175 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT and £700 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2005 Daihatsu Charade?

69% of 447 MOT tests on the 2005 Daihatsu Charade ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 382nd of 504 models first registered in 2005 (bottom 25%).

Which year Daihatsu Charade has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2003 Daihatsu Charade has the highest MOT pass rate at 72% and the 2004 the lowest at 68%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2005 Daihatsu Charade?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2005 Daihatsu Charade is 63,806 miles, which is significantly below the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.