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DK02 HZU

2002 Daewoo Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

70,167 mi
Last recorded70,167 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Daewoo Matiz43,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK02 HZU
MakeDaewoo
ModelMatiz
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2016 70,167 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 70,157 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 61,728 miles

Oil leak

fuel tank coroded

Pass 29 Mar 2014 55,031 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2014 55,031 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 49,798 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 17 Apr 2013 49,741 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

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 3 Apr 2012 45,494 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 45,494 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 42,451 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2010 39,786 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

brake pedal pad slightly worn.

clutch pedal pad missing

n/s/f tyre outer wall slightly bulge

oil level low

rear reg plate slightly distorted

slight play in steering wheel

Fail 2 Apr 2010 39,786 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

brake pedal pad slightly worn.

clutch pedal pad missing

n/s/f tyre outer wall slightly bulge

oil level low

rear reg plate slightly distorted

slight play in steering wheel

Pass 13 Mar 2009 38,154 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 38,154 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 35,774 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 12 Mar 2008 35,774 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)

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

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

Battery insecure

Pass 13 Mar 2007 33,753 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 24 Jan 2006 30,907 miles

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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DK02 HZU is a 2002 Daewoo Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2002 Daewoo Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 43,571 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 Matiz fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 62,507 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK02 HZU, 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 24 years old, this Daewoo Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DK02 HZU is a 2002 Daewoo Matiz, first registered on 4 March 2002.

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