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FJ53 HYO

2003 Perodua Kenari

Gold Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

38,848 mi
Last recorded38,848 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Perodua Kenari36,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 HYO
MakePerodua
ModelKenari
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 38,848 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2020 38,848 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outersills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 36,342 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 34,817 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged ****slightly corroded **** (7.2.2)

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2018 34,817 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged ****slightly corroded **** (7.2.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2017 32,700 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 32,700 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 30,227 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 27,734 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 26,122 miles

front discs and pads worn, engine management light on, rear shock absorbers corroded, rear brake pipes slightly corroded, all coil springs corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2013 23,214 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 23,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 14,351 miles

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

n/s/r bump stop insecure

Fail 15 Sep 2011 14,351 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/r bump stop insecure

Pass 24 Sep 2010 14,340 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 13,677 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 12,072 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 8,923 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 8,923 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

n/s/f indicator lamp damaged

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 HYO is a 2003 Perodua Kenari in Gold with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2003 Perodua Kenari models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 36,569 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 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 HYO, 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 23 years old, this Perodua Kenari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ53 HYO registered?

FJ53 HYO is a 2003 Perodua Kenari, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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