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AU53 HNK

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Red Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,916 mi
Last recorded49,916 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 HNK
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2013 49,916 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear brakes have slight bind

Pass 21 Sep 2012 43,798 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

front tyres perishing

rear wiper split

Pass 16 Sep 2011 37,141 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 34,744 miles

engine oil leaks. front discs deteriorated. rear wheels slight bind

Fail 14 Oct 2010 34,675 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leaks. front discs deteriorated. rear wheels slight bind

Pass 2 Oct 2009 30,222 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Oct 2009 30,222 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Oct 2008 25,869 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 21,351 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 21,286 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front tyres 2-3mm.

o/s an d n/s wiper blade4s split

Pass 24 Oct 2006 16,574 miles

How Reliable is the Daewoo Kalos?

Based on 139,896 MOT tests across 9,375 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
4,840
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
9,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 6,491
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,218
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,419
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,582
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 3,464
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AU53 HNK is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Red with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 50,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Kalos fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 6,491 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU53 HNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Kalos typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Daewoo Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU53 HNK registered?

AU53 HNK is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is AU53 HNK safe to buy?

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