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GL53 UHG

2003 Daewoo Kalos

White Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

25,368 mi
Last recorded25,368 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 UHG
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 25,368 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 94,944 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing om outer sidewall

Pass 15 Nov 2016 24,422 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 23,775 miles

oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2014 23,011 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2013 21,651 miles

cambelt and pulleys

gearbox oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2012 20,685 miles

Oil leak

cam belt service history

oil leak gearbox area

Pass 11 Nov 2011 19,027 miles

cam belt service history

oil leak from gearbox area

Fail 11 Nov 2011 19,027 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

cam belt service history

oil leak from gearbox area

Fail 13 Nov 2010 18,077 miles

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

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

Oil leak

battery drop test shows a weakness

engine cambelt service history

Pass 13 Nov 2010 18,077 miles

Oil leak

battery drop test shows a weakness

engine cambelt service history

Pass 7 Nov 2009 16,416 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 14,529 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 10,663 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 7,870 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 7,870 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GL53 UHG is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in White with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GL53 UHG, 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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What year was GL53 UHG registered?

GL53 UHG is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is GL53 UHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 UHG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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