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GX53 SFJ

2003 Perodua Kenari

Grey Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,568 mi
Last recorded70,568 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Perodua Kenari36,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 SFJ
MakePerodua
ModelKenari
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 70,568 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 63,966 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges of tread.

Sounds as if catalytic converter is braking up internaly.

Pass 12 Aug 2014 53,126 miles

Nearside front tyre has slight damage on outer sidewall.

Fail 12 Aug 2014 53,126 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has slight damage on outer sidewall.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 45,597 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outter edge in one spot

Pass 27 Jul 2012 37,151 miles

dif speed rating on rear tyres

front exhaust rubber starting to split

Pass 19 Jul 2011 31,388 miles

DAMAGE TO O/S OUTTER SILL

Pass 2 Aug 2010 27,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 22,749 miles

SECOND HAND PARTS FITTED TO O/S/R SUSPENTION

Fail 4 Aug 2009 22,703 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 22,388 miles

off side rear tyre sidewall cracked

Fail 20 Nov 2008 22,380 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

off side rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 14 Nov 2007 19,917 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 15,735 miles

How Reliable is the Perodua Kenari?

Based on 26,232 MOT tests across 1,981 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,399
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,981
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,306
Brake pipe excessively corroded 622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 570
Stop lamp not working 453
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 395
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GX53 SFJ is a 2003 Perodua Kenari in Grey with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Perodua Kenari models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 36,569 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Perodua Kenari fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,306 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX53 SFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Perodua Kenari typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Perodua Kenari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX53 SFJ registered?

GX53 SFJ is a 2003 Perodua Kenari, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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