Daewoo Korando Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daewoo Korando reliable? We analysed 4,894 real MOT tests across 466 vehicles to find out.
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The Daewoo Korando is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daewoo Korando.
Daewoo Korando Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daewoo Korando. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daewoo Korando MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daewoo Korando to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daewoo Korando Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daewoo Korando fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daewoo Korando Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daewoo Korando owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daewoo Korando MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daewoo Korando year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 801 | 68.4% | 43,459 | 56,234 | 76,916 |
| 2000 | 1,885 | 64.7% | 52,065 | 69,215 | 90,095 |
| 1999 | 2,147 | 65.4% | 55,296 | 72,296 | 91,986 |
How Long Does a Daewoo Korando Last?
Based on 466 Daewoo Korando vehicles on UK roads.
Daewoo Korando Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daewoo Korando MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Daewoo Korando
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.4% MOT pass rate from 801 tests
64.7% MOT pass rate from 1,885 tests
The best year to buy a used Daewoo Korando is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.4% across 801 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daewoo Korando Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daewoo Korando THIS CAR | 65.6% | 4,894 | 68,529 mi | 27 yrs |
| Daewoo Matiz | 65.9% | 724,041 | 47,634 mi | 28 yrs |
| Daewoo Lanos | 67.4% | 343,953 | 59,771 mi | 29 yrs |
| Daewoo Kalos | 69.7% | 139,896 | 49,806 mi | 23 yrs |
| Honda Cb 900 F-5 | 86.8% | 1,995 | 15,795 mi | 21 yrs |
Compared to the Daewoo Matiz (65.9% pass rate) and the Daewoo Lanos (67.4% pass rate), the Daewoo Korando trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daewoo Korando has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.6% across 4,894 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daewoo Korando are brake pipe excessively corroded (580 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (238), and position lamp(s) not working (236). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Daewoo Korando owner drives around 4,365 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Daewoo Korando models stay on UK roads for around 27 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.