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BU53 NYX

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,128 mi
Last recorded99,128 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 NYX
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 99,128 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sil (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sil (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 95,099 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2014 85,826 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 77,358 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 69,297 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 61,930 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 49,147 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 49,147 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 38,605 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 29,196 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 25,627 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 19,690 miles

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

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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BU53 NYX is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BU53 NYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 NYX registered?

BU53 NYX is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is BU53 NYX safe to buy?

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