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FM03 PKX

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

52,321 mi
Last recorded52,321 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 PKX
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2014 52,321 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 52,321 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 49,178 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 45,116 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 45,116 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 40,685 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2011 40,685 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Fail 19 Jun 2010 37,645 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 37,645 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 33,149 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 28,320 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 23,494 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 18,333 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 PKX is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PKX, 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 PKX registered?

FM03 PKX is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is FM03 PKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 PKX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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