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GL53 UHT

2003 Daewoo Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,965 mi
Last recorded97,965 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Matiz40,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 UHT
MakeDaewoo
ModelMatiz
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 97,965 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner and outer lower sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 19 Aug 2019 97,965 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark brake fluid warning light staying on (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner and outer lower sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 93,263 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear lowersills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 93,262 miles

Emissions not tested major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear lowersills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 88,399 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 88,399 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 83,216 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

both rear outer lower sills slightly corrored

brake pedal pad wearing smooth

clutch pedal pad missing

Fail 11 Aug 2016 83,216 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

both rear outer lower sills slightly corrored

brake pedal pad wearing smooth

clutch pedal pad missing

Pass 21 Aug 2015 76,996 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Aug 2015 76,995 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 70,084 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 70,084 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

o/s front abs ring broken

Pass 15 Aug 2013 63,054 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 63,054 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 56,284 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 48,997 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 41,629 miles

centre exhaust section poor condtion

Pass 3 Oct 2009 33,322 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 25,203 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 17,130 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 8,779 miles

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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GL53 UHT is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 40,064 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 GL53 UHT, 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 23 years old, this Daewoo Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GL53 UHT is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz, first registered on 9 December 2003.

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