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FJ53 PUX

2003 Daewoo Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,248 mi
Last recorded97,248 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Matiz40,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 PUX
MakeDaewoo
ModelMatiz
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2017 97,248 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

damage to zone b of windscreen over 40mm but not seriously affecting drivers view of road

engine light on

Pass 21 Jan 2016 97,244 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

engine light on

Pass 17 Dec 2014 88,545 miles

o/s outer sill corroding

o/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 16 Dec 2014 88,545 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

o/s outer sill corroding

o/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 23 Aug 2013 79,758 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 70,042 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 70,042 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 60,998 miles

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

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

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

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

both front tyres have wear on inner edges of the tread

clutch pedal anti slip missing

nsf shock dust cover deteriated

nsf tyre is showing signs of having a puncture

nsr wheel cylinder is slightly siezed

rear brakes have a 25 percent inbalance

Fail 31 Aug 2011 60,998 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

both front tyres have wear on inner edges of the tread

clutch pedal anti slip missing

nsf shock dust cover deteriated

nsf tyre is showing signs of having a puncture

rear brakes have a 25 percent inbalance

Pass 3 Sep 2010 51,892 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 51,892 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 2 Sep 2009 40,403 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre damaged at sidewall etc . needs to be replaced as a safety issue

Pass 3 Sep 2008 33,494 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 25,793 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 19,201 miles

How Reliable is the Daewoo Matiz?

Based on 724,041 MOT tests across 61,622 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
3,889
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
61,622
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 62,507
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,166
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 27,842
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,606
Stop lamp not working 22,245
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FJ53 PUX is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 40,064 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 Matiz fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 62,507 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ53 PUX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Matiz typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Daewoo Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FJ53 PUX is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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