Daewoo Tacuma Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daewoo Tacuma reliable? We analysed 100,978 real MOT tests across 9,200 vehicles to find out.
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The Daewoo Tacuma is about 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 windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daewoo Tacuma.
Daewoo Tacuma Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daewoo Tacuma. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daewoo Tacuma MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daewoo Tacuma to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daewoo Tacuma Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daewoo Tacuma fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daewoo Tacuma Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daewoo Tacuma owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daewoo Tacuma MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daewoo Tacuma year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2,023 | 73.0% | 35,658 | 51,657 | 69,926 |
| 2004 | 37,711 | 72.7% | 34,922 | 51,034 | 69,252 |
| 2003 | 23,717 | 71.4% | 35,686 | 52,341 | 70,505 |
| 2002 | 17,712 | 68.3% | 42,924 | 58,835 | 77,273 |
| 2001 | 17,583 | 67.8% | 46,938 | 63,249 | 81,365 |
| 2000 | 2,189 | 66.6% | 51,227 | 66,790 | 83,882 |
How Long Does a Daewoo Tacuma Last?
Based on 9,200 Daewoo Tacuma vehicles on UK roads.
Daewoo Tacuma Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daewoo Tacuma 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 Tacuma
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
73.0% MOT pass rate from 2,023 tests
66.6% MOT pass rate from 2,189 tests
The best year to buy a used Daewoo Tacuma is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.0% across 2,023 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daewoo Tacuma Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daewoo Tacuma THIS CAR | 70.6% | 100,978 | 55,364 mi | 26 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 |
| Kawasaki ZX-12R | 87.7% | 37,905 | 19,822 mi | 26 yrs |
Compared to the Daewoo Matiz (65.9% pass rate) and the Daewoo Lanos (67.4% pass rate), the Daewoo Tacuma outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Daewoo Tacuma has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.6% across 100,978 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daewoo Tacuma are brake pipe excessively corroded (11,796 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (6,096), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3,910). 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 Tacuma owner drives around 6,041 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 Tacuma models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.