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FN53 ARU

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

76,894 mi
Last recorded76,894 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 ARU
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2024 76,894 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 67,917 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front abs pick up ring deteriorated

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

corrosion rear wheel arches and sills

front tyres wearing/deteriorated on edges

fuel tank corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2023 67,917 miles

Fuel hose insecure filter not secured (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front abs pick up ring deteriorated

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

corrosion rear wheel arches and sills

front tyres wearing/deteriorated on edges

fuel tank corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2022 61,932 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

fuel tank corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2022 61,670 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking from rack to reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

fuel tank corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2021 60,421 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 59,813 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 57,805 miles

exhaust corroded

fuel filter corroded

inner wish bone bushes worn

sills

Pass 1 May 2018 56,263 miles

rear reg plate faded all brake pipes corroded o/s n/s front bottom arm bushes perished exaust corroded

Fail 1 May 2018 56,259 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear reg plate faded all brake pipes corroded o/s n/s front bottom arm bushes perished exaust corroded

Pass 11 May 2017 54,140 miles

rear shockers corroded

rear tyres

Pass 20 May 2016 51,519 miles

brake pipes corroded

Pass 26 May 2015 49,298 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel filter corroded

Fail 22 May 2015 49,209 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel filter corroded

Pass 14 May 2014 47,339 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)

fuel filter corroded

Pass 20 May 2013 43,872 miles

advise right front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 May 2012 40,480 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 36,732 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 32,557 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 May 2009 28,139 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 14,927 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 10,522 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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FN53 ARU is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 50,945 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 FN53 ARU, 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 23 years old, this Daewoo Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FN53 ARU is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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