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FM54 VBA

2005 Daewoo Lacetti

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,355 mi
Last recorded29,355 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Daewoo Lacetti48,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 VBA
MakeDaewoo
ModelLacetti
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 29,355 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 28,435 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 28,434 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 27,757 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill showing evidence of under-paint work corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2024 27,756 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill showing evidence of under-paint work corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 26,681 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 25,793 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 24,984 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 1 of 6 bulbs innop (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 24,044 miles

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 22,937 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 21,221 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 20,096 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 20,092 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 18,971 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 17,813 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 16,512 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 14,287 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 13,396 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 12,263 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 11,032 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 9,755 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 8,357 miles

How Reliable is the Daewoo Lacetti?

Based on 37,774 MOT tests across 2,923 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
5,383
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,635
Registration plate lamp not working 1,510
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,102
Stop lamp not working 1,044
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FM54 VBA is a 2005 Daewoo Lacetti in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Daewoo Lacetti models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 48,569 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Lacetti fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,635 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM54 VBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Lacetti typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Daewoo Lacetti is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM54 VBA registered?

FM54 VBA is a 2005 Daewoo Lacetti, first registered on 28 February 2005.

Is FM54 VBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM54 VBA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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