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FM03 PKF

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

74,188 mi
Last recorded74,188 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 PKF
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 74,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2018 74,183 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Main to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Flex to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Fuel pipe. { to fuel filter } (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear brakes are slightly binding

corrosion to chassis and body

front wipers are smearing

o/s/f lower suspension arm bush perishing

Pass 27 May 2016 60,536 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear brakes are slightly binding

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to fuel pipes

oil leak

play in n/s/f top suspension mount

removed items from windscreen prior to test

slight play in o/s/f steering

small damage to rear number plate

Pass 8 Jun 2015 54,766 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to rear brake pipes

o/s/f tyre perishing in the tread

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Jun 2014 50,455 miles

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

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

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 6 Jun 2013 45,583 miles

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

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

corrosion to PAS pipes

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to metal brake pipes

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 14 Jun 2012 40,921 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

corrosion to exhaust system

corrosion to n/s/r metal brake pipe

corrosion to rear shockers

flexible exhaust section damaged

wheel trims fitted

Fail 6 Jun 2012 40,921 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

corrosion to exhaust system

corrosion to n/s/r metal brake pipe

corrosion to rear shockers

flexible exhaust section damaged

wheel trims fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2011 35,509 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 30,969 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

near side front tyre side wall slightly perished

Fail 15 Jun 2010 30,969 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

near side front tyre side wall slightly perished

Pass 16 Jun 2009 24,120 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 17,609 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 12,073 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 7,793 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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FM03 PKF is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FM03 PKF, 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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FM03 PKF is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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