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BU03 NEJ

2003 Daewoo Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,373 mi
Last recorded64,373 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Matiz40,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 NEJ
MakeDaewoo
ModelMatiz
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 64,373 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Fail 23 Feb 2015 64,366 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine management light on

exhaust front pipe/cat heavily corroded and deterorated

incorrect size wipers fitted but still clearing screen

Pass 12 Dec 2013 56,276 miles

exhaust rusty

Fail 9 Dec 2013 56,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 16 Nov 2012 46,317 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 33,304 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 8 Nov 2010 31,051 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 27,947 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 22,895 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 22,895 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 17,452 miles

front number plate cracked but still readable

Pass 29 Mar 2006 13,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brakes out of balance

How Reliable is the Daewoo Matiz?

Based on 724,041 MOT tests across 61,622 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
3,889
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
61,622
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 62,507
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,166
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 27,842
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,606
Stop lamp not working 22,245
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BU03 NEJ is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 40,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Matiz fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 62,507 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 NEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Matiz typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Daewoo Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU03 NEJ registered?

BU03 NEJ is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz, first registered on 8 March 2003.

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