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AY03 FKS

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,705 mi
Last recorded28,705 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 FKS
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 28,705 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 28,653 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged Pick-up Ring (1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished Due To Age And Cords Visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 28,316 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 28,291 miles

Front Semaphore indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre over ten years old fitted to a rear axle of a bus (5.2.3 (m))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 27,333 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 27,000 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 26,779 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 26,377 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 25,801 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 25,801 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 25,290 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 25,290 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens deteriorated (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens deteriorated (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 24,775 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 23,877 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 22,837 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 22,837 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre pressure low , possible puncture

offside rear tyre side walls badly cracked advise replacement of tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2013 21,904 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 21,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 20,091 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 19,016 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 18,554 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 18,211 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 16,951 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 15,429 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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AY03 FKS is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AY03 FKS, 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 AY03 FKS registered?

AY03 FKS is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is AY03 FKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 FKS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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