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FM03 ZGX

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,687 mi
Last recorded72,687 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 ZGX
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2015 72,687 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 72,686 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 60,035 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2014 60,035 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 49,791 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre perished

offside front tyre perished

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 21 Aug 2012 45,607 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 41,060 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 33,303 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 27,262 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 20,544 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 15,944 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 12,716 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 ZGX is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM03 ZGX registered?

FM03 ZGX is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 19 August 2003.

Is FM03 ZGX safe to buy?

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