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GU52 XBL

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

61,863 mi
Last recorded61,863 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 XBL
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 61,863 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 53,467 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 52,852 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 52,161 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 52,161 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 50,898 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 50,019 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 50,019 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 49,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 26 Feb 2020 49,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 48,414 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 48,414 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 47,334 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 46,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 45,238 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 44,431 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 43,336 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 42,446 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 41,380 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 40,001 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 39,055 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 38,129 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 35,052 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 29,736 miles

Non standard wheels and wheel nuts fitted.

Pass 22 Feb 2006 19,599 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 19,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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GU52 XBL is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 GU52 XBL, 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 GU52 XBL registered?

GU52 XBL is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 25 January 2003.

Is GU52 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 XBL shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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