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DK53 UXF

2003 Daewoo Tacuma

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

74,045 mi
Last recorded74,045 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Tacuma52,341 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 UXF
MakeDaewoo
ModelTacuma
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2014 74,045 miles

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

Nearside front tyre is worn smooth on outer shoulder but no cords visible yet.

Pass 22 Aug 2013 60,071 miles

Nearside and Offside wiper blades deteriorated.

Pass 23 Aug 2012 54,372 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 54,370 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 49,008 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 49,008 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 42,814 miles

Both front brake feed pipes corroded near to the junctions with brake hoses.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Aug 2009 35,421 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 27,411 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 27,411 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 25,012 miles

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

slight play front drop links

Pass 21 Sep 2006 21,996 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 21,996 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Daewoo Tacuma?

Based on 100,978 MOT tests across 9,200 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
6,041
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
9,200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,796
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,096
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,910
Registration plate lamp not working 2,630
brake binding 2,281
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DK53 UXF is a 2003 Daewoo Tacuma in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 52,341 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 Tacuma fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 11,796 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK53 UXF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Tacuma typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Daewoo Tacuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK53 UXF registered?

DK53 UXF is a 2003 Daewoo Tacuma, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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