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FM54 VAK

2005 Daewoo Kalos

Black Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,892 mi
Last recorded82,892 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Daewoo Kalos49,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 VAK
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 82,892 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 77,418 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 67,965 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 67,795 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 59,458 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 53,569 miles

Exhaust down pipe flexi deteriated also with slight corrosion

Front tyres wearing on edges and very close to limit

NSF tyre/rim slightly out of shape

NSR tyre wqearing uneven on inner edge

Slight deteriation to number plate

Slight play in OSF anti roll bar link

Slight play in both front lower arm back bushes

Pass 22 Feb 2012 49,336 miles

exhaust front pipe flex corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2011 42,389 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 35,102 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust system corroded in places

nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

oil leaking from oil filter and around sump

Pass 17 Feb 2009 29,083 miles

corrosion on exhaust

fluctuation on front brakes

rear axle beam corroding

slight play in nearside front steering track arm

Fail 17 Feb 2009 29,083 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

corrosion on exhaust

fluctuation on front brakes

rear axle beam corroding

slight play in nearside front steering track arm

Pass 23 Feb 2008 22,642 miles

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

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

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 VAK is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos in Black with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VAK, 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 VAK registered?

FM54 VAK is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 28 February 2005.

Is FM54 VAK safe to buy?

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