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HC04 FGA

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

77,481 mi
Last recorded77,481 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC04 FGA
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 77,481 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 77,060 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 76,631 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 74,383 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 71,152 miles

collar adrift on exhaust flexi pipe, and rattling

Pass 22 Jun 2015 66,868 miles

Front wiper blades juddering & starting to smear on screen

Small cut in Near side rear tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2014 61,410 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 56,485 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 50,703 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jun 2011 45,082 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 38,600 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads look low

Pass 3 Jul 2009 32,613 miles

engine oil leaks [possible front crankshaft oil seal]

Fail 2 Jul 2009 32,613 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

engine oil leaks [possible front crankshaft oil seal]

Pass 1 Jul 2008 26,203 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 20,599 miles

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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HC04 FGA is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2004 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 48,806 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 HC04 FGA, 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 22 years old, this Daewoo Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HC04 FGA registered?

HC04 FGA is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 23 August 2004.

Is HC04 FGA safe to buy?

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