Daewoo Nexia Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daewoo Nexia reliable? We analysed 79,423 real MOT tests across 18,506 vehicles to find out.
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The Daewoo Nexia is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daewoo Nexia.
Daewoo Nexia Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daewoo Nexia. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daewoo Nexia MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daewoo Nexia to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daewoo Nexia Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daewoo Nexia fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daewoo Nexia Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daewoo Nexia owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daewoo Nexia MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daewoo Nexia year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 132 | 68.9% | 40,589 | 57,460 | 82,127 |
| 1998 | 1,537 | 64.3% | 44,826 | 57,185 | 72,888 |
| 1997 | 33,480 | 65.1% | 47,315 | 61,863 | 78,076 |
| 1996 | 30,027 | 63.4% | 48,176 | 63,141 | 79,658 |
| 1995 | 14,149 | 61.4% | 52,642 | 67,635 | 84,108 |
How Long Does a Daewoo Nexia Last?
Based on 18,506 Daewoo Nexia vehicles on UK roads.
Daewoo Nexia Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daewoo Nexia 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 Nexia
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.9% MOT pass rate from 132 tests
61.4% MOT pass rate from 14,149 tests
The best year to buy a used Daewoo Nexia is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.9% across 132 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daewoo Nexia Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daewoo Nexia THIS CAR | 63.8% | 79,423 | 63,270 mi | 31 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 |
| Rolls Royce Silver Spirit | 79.1% | 34,506 | 71,622 mi | 47 yrs |
Compared to the Daewoo Matiz (65.9% pass rate) and the Daewoo Lanos (67.4% pass rate), the Daewoo Nexia trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daewoo Nexia has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.8% across 79,423 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Daewoo Nexia are brake pipe excessively corroded (14,024 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4,796), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (4,155). 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 Nexia owner drives around 3,489 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 Nexia models stay on UK roads for around 31 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.