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FJ53 LTA

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

56,921 mi
Last recorded56,921 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 LTA
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 56,921 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 54,907 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 52,578 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 51,591 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 50,420 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 50,094 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 48,889 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 45,187 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 41,201 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 36,845 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 34,877 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 33,243 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 31,144 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 28,706 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 26,469 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 23,746 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 20,075 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 17,530 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 13,292 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 13,292 miles

How Reliable is the Daewoo Kalos?

Based on 139,896 MOT tests across 9,375 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
4,840
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
9,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 6,491
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,218
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,419
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,582
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 3,464
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FJ53 LTA is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 50,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Kalos fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 6,491 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ53 LTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was FJ53 LTA registered?

FJ53 LTA is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is FJ53 LTA safe to buy?

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