Daewoo Leganza Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daewoo Leganza reliable? We analysed 62,068 real MOT tests across 10,234 vehicles to find out.
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The Daewoo Leganza is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, parking brake recording little or no effort and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daewoo Leganza.
Daewoo Leganza Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daewoo Leganza. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daewoo Leganza MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daewoo Leganza to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daewoo Leganza Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daewoo Leganza fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daewoo Leganza Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daewoo Leganza owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daewoo Leganza MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daewoo Leganza year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1,063 | 64.3% | 31,970 | 45,795 | 65,254 |
| 2002 | 6,484 | 65.0% | 37,197 | 52,977 | 71,745 |
| 2001 | 7,725 | 68.3% | 40,998 | 57,222 | 76,852 |
| 2000 | 8,397 | 67.9% | 46,126 | 63,815 | 82,814 |
| 1999 | 13,466 | 67.9% | 51,163 | 67,927 | 88,522 |
| 1998 | 19,665 | 67.1% | 55,102 | 71,761 | 91,260 |
| 1997 | 5,248 | 66.5% | 56,519 | 73,746 | 91,330 |
How Long Does a Daewoo Leganza Last?
Based on 10,234 Daewoo Leganza vehicles on UK roads.
Daewoo Leganza Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daewoo Leganza 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 Leganza
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.3% MOT pass rate from 7,725 tests
64.3% MOT pass rate from 1,063 tests
The best year to buy a used Daewoo Leganza is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.3% across 7,725 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daewoo Leganza Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daewoo Leganza THIS CAR | 67.2% | 62,068 | 66,012 mi | 29 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 |
| Mercedes-benz R-class | 78.4% | 63,579 | 84,244 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Daewoo Matiz (65.9% pass rate) and the Daewoo Lanos (67.4% pass rate), the Daewoo Leganza sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Daewoo Leganza has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.2% across 62,068 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daewoo Leganza are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (5,369 recorded failures), parking brake recording little or no effort (4,439), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4,310). 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 Leganza owner drives around 4,910 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 Leganza models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.