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DK53 UXN

2003 Daewoo Tacuma

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

75,734 mi
Last recorded75,734 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Tacuma52,341 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2013 75,734 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 70,606 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

engine management light on

Fail 20 Mar 2012 70,606 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

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

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 26 Feb 2011 55,569 miles

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 30 Dec 2009 49,855 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 45,656 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 45,656 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 37,739 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 37,739 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2007 37,731 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 30,000 miles

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 UXN is a 2003 Daewoo Tacuma in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 UXN, 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 UXN registered?

DK53 UXN is a 2003 Daewoo Tacuma, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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The MOT history for DK53 UXN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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