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FM52 DDE

2003 Daewoo Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,062 mi
Last recorded53,062 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Matiz40,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 DDE
MakeDaewoo
ModelMatiz
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2013 53,062 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 53,060 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 52,768 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 52,433 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 51,852 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 51,501 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 51,269 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 50,877 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 50,877 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 50,397 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 50,397 miles

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

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

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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FM52 DDE is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FM52 DDE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM52 DDE registered?

FM52 DDE is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is FM52 DDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 DDE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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