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CU53 FXB

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Silver Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

131,307 mi
Last recorded131,307 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 FXB
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2013 131,307 miles

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

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

corrision to both outer sills

oil light flashing

Fail 16 Dec 2013 131,307 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

corrision to both outer sills

oil light flashing

Pass 19 Dec 2012 125,815 miles

E M L on

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

Fail 19 Dec 2012 125,786 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

E M L on

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 111,560 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 97,081 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 81,406 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 81,406 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 25 Mar 2008 61,812 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 61,812 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 36,736 miles

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

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

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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CU53 FXB is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Silver 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 CU53 FXB, 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 CU53 FXB registered?

CU53 FXB is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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