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FM54 OPJ

2005 Daewoo Kalos

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,682 mi
Last recorded67,682 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Daewoo Kalos49,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 OPJ
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 67,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 61,864 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2022 61,864 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 57,194 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 57,194 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 57,153 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 56,722 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 55,765 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 54,174 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 52,387 miles

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 2 Oct 2014 49,155 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 45,137 miles

front exhaust system is corroded

offside front tyre showing signs of wear

Pass 30 Oct 2012 41,469 miles

front exhaust is badly corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2011 36,756 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 32,469 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 27,384 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 22,722 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 17,838 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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FM54 OPJ is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OPJ, 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.

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What year was FM54 OPJ registered?

FM54 OPJ is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is FM54 OPJ safe to buy?

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