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FM03 ZGV

2003 Daewoo Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

78,979 mi
Last recorded78,979 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Matiz40,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 ZGV
MakeDaewoo
ModelMatiz
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 78,979 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 75,941 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 71,923 miles

clutch worn

engine oil leak

Fail 13 Feb 2013 71,923 miles

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

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

clutch worn

engine oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2012 67,806 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2012 67,042 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 62,306 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 61,104 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2010 54,014 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 47,809 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 41,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 21 May 2008 41,824 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 33,552 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 33,550 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 24,842 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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FM03 ZGV is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FM03 ZGV, 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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What year was FM03 ZGV registered?

FM03 ZGV is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is FM03 ZGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 ZGV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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