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FM53 CHJ

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,478 mi
Last recorded75,478 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 CHJ
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 75,478 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 75,308 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 66,558 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 66,558 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 58,565 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 58,565 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

nearside front tyre starting to crack on side wall

Pass 22 Jan 2011 51,049 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 42,904 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 36,803 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 30,061 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 21,969 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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FM53 CHJ is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 48,806 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 FM53 CHJ, 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 22 years old, this Daewoo Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FM53 CHJ registered?

FM53 CHJ is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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