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FP51 JXU

2001 Daewoo Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

88,944 mi
Last recorded88,944 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Daewoo Matiz47,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 JXU
MakeDaewoo
ModelMatiz
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 88,944 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 88,908 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 80,613 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 80,081 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Advise structual check n/s/f tyre (bulge)?

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 72,746 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

engine light on

nearside front brake pipe is slightly corroded

Fail 25 Jul 2011 72,579 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

engine light on

nearside front brake pipe is slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2010 61,395 miles

corrosion on nearside rear sill

exhaust blowing from joint at rear

grease residue on offside front hub

Fail 14 Jul 2010 61,097 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

corrosion on nearside rear sill

exhaust blowing from joint at rear

grease residue on offside front hub

Pass 13 Jul 2009 50,133 miles

foot brake pedal rubber.starting to split

Fail 13 Jul 2009 50,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

foot brake pedal rubber.starting to split

Pass 11 Jul 2008 39,018 miles

Alternator belt squealing

Engine management light on

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 27,260 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 17,630 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 17,630 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Daewoo Matiz?

Based on 724,041 MOT tests across 61,622 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
3,889
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
61,622
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 62,507
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,166
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 27,842
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,606
Stop lamp not working 22,245
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FP51 JXU is a 2001 Daewoo Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Daewoo Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 47,393 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Daewoo Matiz fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 62,507 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP51 JXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Matiz typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Daewoo Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FP51 JXU registered?

FP51 JXU is a 2001 Daewoo Matiz, first registered on 21 December 2001.

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