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FM54 OPH

2005 Daewoo Kalos

Silver Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

64,554 mi
Last recorded64,554 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Daewoo Kalos49,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 OPH
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 64,554 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 58,525 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 50,550 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 37,012 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 32,210 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2016 32,210 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 29,814 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 25,446 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 25,428 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 23,280 miles

o/s/f tyre outer wall cracks/splits

o/s/r tyre outer wall cracks

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 21,313 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 18,582 miles

o/s/f outer mirror glass broken

Pass 27 Jan 2010 16,144 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 13,093 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 30 Jan 2008 10,020 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 10,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FM54 OPH is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos in Silver with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 49,069 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 FM54 OPH, 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 21 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 FM54 OPH registered?

FM54 OPH is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is FM54 OPH safe to buy?

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