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FP54 VUJ

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,925 mi
Last recorded71,925 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 VUJ
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 71,925 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 71,925 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 62,346 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 54,002 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 43,472 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 37,093 miles

Auxiliary drive belt poor condition

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Dec 2012 37,093 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Auxiliary drive belt poor condition

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 35,349 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 35,334 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 33,050 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 33,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wiper blades spliting

Pass 16 Dec 2009 29,813 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 26,809 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 22,872 miles

slight play osf steering rack

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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FP54 VUJ is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 48,806 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 FP54 VUJ, 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 22 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 FP54 VUJ registered?

FP54 VUJ is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is FP54 VUJ safe to buy?

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