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FJ53 HBE

2004 Perodua Kenari

Gold Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,478 mi
Last recorded52,478 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Perodua Kenari34,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 HBE
MakePerodua
ModelKenari
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2019 52,478 miles

Emissions not tested over heating (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 50,807 miles

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

Offside Rear indicator lens cracked

engine cooling fan inoperative vehicle lost coolant on full cat test

Fail 10 Apr 2018 50,805 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear indicator lens cracked

engine cooling fan inoperative vehicle lost coolant on full cat test

Pass 10 Apr 2017 48,215 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 43,311 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Light damaged

Pass 10 Apr 2015 38,303 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 33,188 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 27,917 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 23,658 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 23,586 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 22,741 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 22,741 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 21,195 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 19,502 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 17,747 miles

How Reliable is the Perodua Kenari?

Based on 26,232 MOT tests across 1,981 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,399
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,981
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,306
Brake pipe excessively corroded 622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 570
Stop lamp not working 453
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 395
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FJ53 HBE is a 2004 Perodua Kenari in Gold with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Perodua Kenari models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 34,577 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Perodua Kenari fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,306 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ53 HBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Perodua Kenari typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Perodua Kenari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FJ53 HBE is a 2004 Perodua Kenari, first registered on 7 January 2004.

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