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FM03 PKN

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Green Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

69,962 mi
Last recorded69,962 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 PKN
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 69,962 miles

offside rear tyre perished and abnormal wear

Fail 9 Jan 2018 69,576 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

offside rear tyre perished and abnormal wear

Pass 17 Jan 2017 63,042 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 63,030 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 60,137 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 54,435 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 54,435 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 49,452 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 45,533 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 38,459 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 17,262 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 15,513 miles

advise rear number plate

Pass 19 Jun 2009 13,430 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 13,430 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 11,551 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 9,434 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 7,109 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 PKN is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Green with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PKN, 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 FM03 PKN registered?

FM03 PKN is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is FM03 PKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 PKN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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