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CN53 MVJ

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

66,394 mi
Last recorded66,394 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN53 MVJ
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2013 66,394 miles

1.near side rear tyre wearing inner edge.2.near side front tyre wearing outer edge.

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 59,937 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2012 59,937 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 51,736 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 44,344 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 29 Mar 2010 44,344 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 37,911 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 37,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 31,991 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 28,446 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 28,446 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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CN53 MVJ is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Daewoo Kalos fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 6,491 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CN53 MVJ, 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 CN53 MVJ registered?

CN53 MVJ is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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