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DX53 BAU

2003 Daewoo Tacuma

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,815 mi
Last recorded59,815 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Tacuma52,341 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 BAU
MakeDaewoo
ModelTacuma
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 59,815 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

check light on

Fail 15 Aug 2013 59,815 miles

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

Offside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

check light on

Pass 24 Jul 2012 54,791 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 50,783 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 50,783 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 48,204 miles

oil filler cap leaking

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 37,039 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 37,037 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

number plates starting to corrode

rear indicator bulbs starting to go white

slight play in o/s front drop link

small split n/s front wiper blade

some corrosion on front flexible exhaust joint and on other exhaust components

Pass 20 Jul 2007 29,618 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 22,853 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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DX53 BAU is a 2003 Daewoo Tacuma in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DX53 BAU, 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.

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What year was DX53 BAU registered?

DX53 BAU is a 2003 Daewoo Tacuma, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is DX53 BAU safe to buy?

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