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GM03 GEK

2003 Daewoo Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,344 mi
Last recorded83,344 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Matiz40,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 GEK
MakeDaewoo
ModelMatiz
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 83,344 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 79,668 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 79,668 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 76,162 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 72,547 miles

rear number plate deteriorating slightly

Pass 17 Feb 2012 68,164 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 64,445 miles

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

n/s number plate lamp dim

Pass 4 Feb 2010 58,626 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 58,626 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 50,681 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 41,287 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 31,660 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 31,660 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 19,671 miles

both rear tyers starting to crack on sidewalls

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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GM03 GEK is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GM03 GEK, 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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What year was GM03 GEK registered?

GM03 GEK is a 2003 Daewoo Matiz, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is GM03 GEK safe to buy?

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